Archdeacon Mike to take up new role in Diocese of Manchester

First published on: 4th November 2022

Mike McGurk, Archdeacon of Liverpool and acting Archdeacon of Wigan is to leave our diocese in January to take up a role in the Diocese of Manchester. He will join them as Head of Mission and Growth.

Mike has been Archdeacon of Liverpool for the past five years, latterly supporting Sector Ministry and Church Wigan as part of his portfolio. He was one of the driving forces behind our successful Missing Generations bid to the Church of England’s Sustainable Development Fund.

Mike said “after five fruitful and enjoyable years in the Diocese of Liverpool I feel God calling me to a new challenge back in Manchester. I have a real heart for the growth and mission of the church and this role excites and suits me.

I will miss Liverpool Diocese terribly though. I have made great friendships and worked with special colleagues and thank you all for your welcome end enduring support. I will continue to pray for you all and hope to be able to slip back across the border from time to time.”

Bishop Bev, Acting Bishop of Liverpool said “I would like to thank Mike for all his work, drive and enthusiasm for us to see more people knowing Jesus and more justice in the world. He has been a fabulous colleague and dedicated friend and servant of our diocese. Our prayers are with him and Nicola as they move to Manchester.”

We will have an opportunity to say goodbye to Mike at a formal service of thanksgiving in January at Liverpool Cathedral. More details will follow

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