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‘Bishop’ comes from the Greek word for ‘overseer’. So a bishop is a senior Christian minister authorised to have oversight for God’s people. As well as duties given to deacons and priests, bishops confirm and ordain.

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Swansea Minster service - highlights of historic event

Diocesan news Posted: 17 February 2025

St Mary's Church in Swansea made history in the Church in Wales yesterday. Former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams joined Archbishop of Wales Andrew John, bishops from across the province, civic leaders and members of the community to witness Bishop John declare the iconic city centre church Wales' first minster