Bishop John has announced the appointment of the Reverend Kathryn Mepham as Priest in Charge of the Severnside Parishes, on the edge of Worcester.
Kat is currently serving as Priest in Charge of the Benefice of Leadon Vale in the Diocese of Gloucester.
She is married to Ali, and they have five children.
Bishop Martin will license Kat at 4.00 pm on Sunday 8 December (venue to be confirmed by the Area Dean).
Please remember Kat and Ali and their children in your prayers as they prepare to move.