The House of Bishops has announced the appointment of the Very Revd Lynda Peilow as Central Director of Ordinands. Lynda takes over this pivotal post in the Church of Ireland following the resignation of Canon David Gillespie, who served in the role for seven years. Provost Lynda will continue to serve in parish ministry in Galway and Oughterard.
Archbishop John McDowell remarked: ‘I am delighted that Lynda has agreed to take on this vital role in the Church of Ireland. Lynda is a great communicator, administratively strong, and will bring a pastoral concern to this role. We know that our ordinands will be valued and resourced with this appointment.’