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Hannah Cooke was licensed as a Chaplain at a
service at Christ College, Cheltenham. The Bishop of
Gloucester officiated at the ceremony, attended by staff,
students and governors, as well as Hannah’s family and friends.Cheltenham-born Hannah got her degree in youth & community work and Applied Theology at the Bristol Centre for Youth Ministry.
Hannah said; "The role of Chaplain is a varied one that includes organising worship, taking school groups on residential retreats and one-on-one mentoring."
"I’m also here to be a shoulder to lean on in troubled times, as
well as someone to share good news with. It’s a blessing to be
called to this ministry"
Bishop Michael said: "Hannah Cooke will bring youthful vitality to the new post of Chaplain of Christ College. She will be a young person sharing her faith and her pastoral care in a school where I know it will be valued.
I am delighted to have been able to license her to this post."
This news item was posted on 16th November 2007