Photos from the Consecration of Bishop Anne
Photos telling the story of yesterday’s consecration of Bishop Anne are shown below.
After the service, the Most Rev’d Mark strange, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church said:
“I am delighted that despite the weather conditions and travel difficulties, the Cathedral was full of people who simply rejoiced in response to the words “greet your new bishop” with thunderous applause. It was for many of us a moment of spirited joy.”
The video of the service, and the order of service are also available.
All photos taken by: Derek Ironside / Newsline Media.
The service took place at St Andrew’s Cathedral in Aberdeen.
A welcome from the Provost.
Members of the Cathedral Choir led parts of the service, including Sarah Rimkus (Left), who composed the setting for the psalm specially for the occasion.
The Primus giving the sermon.
Anne is presented to the Primus by the Bishop of Edinburgh, Prof. Andrew Morrisson, and the Provost.
Anne stands before the Bishops to make her promises.
Anne receives the laying on of hands from the Bishops.
Anne is annointed by the Primus
Anne with the Diocesan Crozier
The Provost hands the new Bishop a Bible as he installs her into the Bishops Chair in the Cathedral.
Anne receives the applause of the congregation following her consecration.
“Peace be with you”
Anne Processes out to applause at the end of the service.
Anne with the Bishops present at the service.
The Rt Rev’d Anne Dyer, Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney.