The Dean of Guernsey will retire at the end of July after nearly 11 years in the role, with a series of farewell services planned across the Bailiwick over the coming weeks.
The Very Revd Tim Barker will step down on 31 July, marking the end of his ministry in Guernsey, where he has also served as Rector of St Andrew.
In a statement, Mr Barker said his last service at the Town Church was on Sunday 21 June.
Further services are planned in the coming weeks, including at St Andrew’s Church on Sunday 28 June, which will also coincide with the 45th anniversary of his ordination.
Mr Barker and his wife will also visit other islands to say farewell, with services scheduled in Sark on 5 July and Alderney on 12 July.
“It will be the opportunity for me to take leave of Guernsey and express my thanks for the privilege of ministering here,” he said.
An appointment process to select the next Dean is already under way, overseen by the Lieutenant-Governor, Lieutenant General Sir Richard Cripwell, with interviews expected later this month
From 1 August, the Revd Canon Jon Honour will act as Dean until a successor is appointed.
