John Turnbull (priest)

John William Turnbull (29 August 1905 – 20 August 1979) was an English Anglican priest who served in various ecclesiastical roles, including Archdeacon of Richmond and Craven.[1]

Early life and education

John William Turnbull was born on 29 August 1905, the second son of William and Elizabeth Turnbull. He received his higher education at Durham University, where he studied theology, and later attended Edinburgh Theological College to prepare for ordination in the Anglican Church.[2]

Ecclesiastical career

Turnbull was ordained as a deacon in 1934 and as a priest in 1935.[3] His early ministry was spent in Northumberland, where he served as a curate in various parishes before taking on leadership roles.

Curate of Horton, Northumberland (1934–1936)[4]

Curate of Alnwick (1936–1941)[5]

Vicar of Longbenton (1941–1948)[6]

Vicar of All Saints', Gosforth (1948–1962)[7]

Canon Residentiary of Ripon Cathedral (1962–1976)[8]

Archdeacon of Richmond (1962–1976)[9]


During his tenure as Archdeacon of Richmond, he played a significant role in church administration and clergy support within the Diocese of Ripon. His leadership was instrumental in overseeing church affairs in North Yorkshire and the surrounding areas.[10]

Later life and legacy

Turnbull retired in 1976 and continued to contribute to the church community.[11] He passed away on 20 August 1979, just before his 74th birthday.[12] His contributions to the Anglican Church, particularly in the Diocese of Ripon, left a lasting impact.

References

  1. ^ ‘TURNBULL, Ven. John William’, Who Was Who, A & C Black, an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing plc, 1920–2016; online edn, Oxford University Press, 2014; online edn, April 2014 accessed 25 March 2017
  2. ^ Crockford's Clerical Directory 1975–76 : London, OUP, 1976 ISBN 0-19-200008-X
  3. ^ Crockford's Clerical Directory, 1975–76, London, Oxford University Press, 1976
  4. ^ Crockford's Clerical Directory, 1975–76
  5. ^ Crockford's Clerical Directory, 1975–76
  6. ^ The Clergy List (London: Kelly’s Directories, 1969)
  7. ^ Ecclesiastical News, The Times (London, England), Wednesday, 29 November 1961; pg. 17; Issue 55251.
  8. ^ The Clergy List (London: Kelly’s Directories, 1969)
  9. ^ The Clergy List (London: Kelly’s Directories, 1969)
  10. ^ Crockford's Clerical Directory, 1975–76
  11. ^ The Clergy List (London: Kelly’s Directories, 1969)
  12. ^ Who's Who 1980, A & C Black, London


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