Helen Grover is the new priest in charge of Redgrave cum Botesdale with the Rickinghalls

Christian and Charmaine, Funeral Directors from the Diss branch of Rosedale, attended the installation of Reverend Helen Grover as the new priest in charge of Suffolk villages of Redgrave cum Botesdale with the Rickinghalls at St. Mary’s Church in Redgrave. They were also privileged to be part of the official welcome where representatives from the local community showed their support for Reverend Helen in her new role.

This was a very special occasion led by Right Reverend Doctor Mike Harrison, Bishop of Dunwich, and supported by Venerable Rich Henderson, Archdeacon of Suffolk.

Christian said:

‘It was great to see the church so full to welcome the new minister. It’s clear from what people have said during the service that she is going to be a real asset to the area’.

Reverend Helen was previously an Assistant Curate in the Cockfield Benefice and before that worked as a a Parish Administrator and Pastoral Assistant in the Diocese of Chelmsford. She is also a ‘Vocation Champion’ and enjoys walking, reading and spending time with her family and friends.