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Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Lead Chaplain Martin McDonald had the privilege of being ordained as an Anglican Priest on Sunday.
One of 24 new Priests and Deacons ordained across Lancashire at the weekend, to serve in The Church of England in Lancashire (Blackburn Diocese) to support its ongoing work across the County, Martin’s service was held at St John the Baptist, Broughton, by Bishop of Lancaster, the Right Reverend Dr Jill Duff.
He said: “It was a beautiful and joyful service, full of deep spirituality. A friend commented that it was ancient, timeless and deeply moving.
“After serving a year as a deacon within the church, priesthood marks a turning point in my (very long) journey. I am delighted to continue to serve the patients, staff and visitors of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals as we continue to journey together.
“Whilst priesthood has the obvious religious messaging, it is important that people understand that chaplaincy is for all people, those with faith and those with none, everyone is treated equally with dignity and respect and it is my joy to continue to serve you all.”
