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In the light of the Bangor Cathedral scandal, how can women stay safe in spiritual spaces?
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Jemimah Wright2025-07-07T05:18:00
Jemimah Wright explores how the toxic culture scandal at Bangor Cathedral reminds us why vigilance, discernment, and courage remain essential parts of our faith journey.
In recent months, more painful revelations have shaken the foundations of UK Christian ministry, raising a central concern for women in faith: Is my spiritual space truly safe? Something that has highlighted this is the recent retirement of Andy John, the Archbishop of Wales amid scandals of financial mismanagement and toxic culture at Bangor Cathedral.
On 27 June 2025, Archbishop Andy John, who was also Bishop of Bangor, announced his immediate retirement as Archbishop (effective immediately) and intention to retire as Bishop of Bangor by 31 August 2025.
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