The Reverend Matthew Hunter, currently serving as Priest in Charge, of St John’s, Whorlton in the Diocese of Newcastle, has been appointed as Team Rector of St John and St Luke. Matthew will be licensed to this role by Bishop Anna Eltringham on 10th June 2025. Matthew says: First of all, thank you so much for the opportunity to come and join your communities and be part of your life together. Leaving St John’s, Whorlton will be difficult, and we’ll also miss Newcastle itself, but relocating to Harrogate feels very positive for us as a family. Emily and I are very much looking forward to moving to Bilton, as is Evie (who’s 3)… in her own way! We are absolutely delighted with this news and all look forward to welcoming Matthew to our fantastic community.