A new College of Honorary Canons of ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Cathedral was installed on Sunday 19 November during the Evensong service.
The College of Canons is made up of lay and ordained people from across our diocese who serve in a variety of roles and are recognised for the distinct contribution they make.
In making these appointments Bishop Rose said: "I am delighted that we are able to recognise the diverse contribution that many people make to the vibrant life of our diocese as we all work together to share the gospel message of knowing Jesus at work in our lives and communities."
Dean David added: "All cathedrals are formally becoming charities with new systems and bodies. Our new College of Honorary Canons is made up of lay and ordained ministries in equal numbers. I welcome these new Canons as we strengthen our common bonds of fellowship and advocacy across the Diocese."
The most high-profile function of the College of Canons is to formally elect a new Bishop (Archbishop) when one is nominated. Under the new Constitution and Statutes of ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Cathedral the College of Canons receives the annual report and accounts of the Cathedral’s Chapter. Members of the College are ambassadors, advisers and supporters of the Cathedral, helping to build connections and disseminate information across our diocese.
Diocesan Environment Officer Joyce Addison was made an Honorary Canon on Sunday.
Talking after the service, she said: “I consider ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Cathedral as my spiritual home and so it was such a privilege and joy to be installed there as canon. It was also lovely to share the moment with my family and church community."
One of those installed as Honorary Lay Canon was Amanda Boucherat, Co-Chair of the Mission and Ministry Framework.
Talking about the installation, Amanda said: "I have been humbled and honoured to be invited to be installed as an Honorary Lay Canon of ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Cathedral.  This was totally unexpected, but of course an absolute delight. Not only have people been willing to put their trust in me to take on various roles they have joined in the journey. This honour truly is a reflection on all those who have put their trust in me and joined me on that journey."
There are a total of 12 Honorary Canons:
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The Revd Joyce Addison |
Priest-in-Charge St Martin’s, Maidstone; Diocesan Environment Officer |
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The Revd Lorraine Apps-Huggins |
Chaplain to The Living Well, Bishop's Advisor in Healing & Wholeness |
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The Revd Barney de Berry* |
Vicar St Mary Bredin, ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú; General Synod |
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The Revd Steve Coneys* |
Diocesan Mission and Growth Adviser |
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The Revd Seth Cooper* |
Rector Walmer and Cornilo Benefice |
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The Revd Rodney Dreyer |
Vicar St Laurence with All Saints, Hawkhurst |
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The Revd Patrick Ellisdon* |
Priest-in-Charge All Saints, ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú |
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The Revd Lindsay Hammond* |
Team Rector Tenterden, Rother and Oxney Benefice |
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The Revd Arthur Houston* |
Priest-in-Charge St Faith’s, Maidstone |
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The Revd Estella Last |
Vicar Bridge Benefice; Bishop’s Adviser for Women’s Ministry; Archbishop’s Council |
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The Revd Philip Musindi |
Vicar St Andrew’s, Reading Street; Area Dean Thanet |
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The Revd Jo Richards |
Rector St Dunstan, St Mildred & St Peter, ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú; Area Dean ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú |
In addition to this there are 12 Honorary Lay Canons:
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Amanda Boucherat  |
Co-Chair Mission and Ministry Framework |
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Sir Paul Britton |
Chair Diocesan Advisory Committee |
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Dr Neville Emslie* |
Director of Mission and Ministry |
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Diane Enfield  |
Former Lay Chair Maidstone |
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Miranda Ford  |
Chair House of Laity; Lay Chair Ospringe Deanery; Archbishop’s Council |
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Shirley Leslie |
Treasurer Ashford Deanery, Ashford Town Parish |
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Jude Lowson |
Head of King’s School, ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú |
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Naomi Lumutenga |
Adviser to the Anglican Observer, United Nations; Diocesan Link Representative CMEAC (Committee for Minority Ethnic Anglican Concerns) |
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John Morrison |
Reader; Archbishop’s Council; Chaplain to Sea Cadets, East Kent District |
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Ian Rich |
Chaplain to John Wallis Church of England Academy |
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Dr Quentin Roper*  |
Diocesan Director of Education |
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David Slater |
Chaplain to the Port of Dover and Channel Tunnel |
*Re-appointment
The following were also made Canon Emeriti:
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The Revd Canon John Corbyn |
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The Revd Canon Steve Lillicrap |
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The Revd Canon Mark Roberts |
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Canon David Kemp  |