Interim Diocesan Secretary Appointment

Seán is known and respected across the Diocese as he presently leads the Diocesan Safeguarding Team.

In this interim role, Seán will be responsible for providing operational leadership to Church House teams supporting parish ministry. He will work as part of Bishop Mark’s team and helping guide the Diocese through this period of transition.

He will also work closely with the Bishop’s senior team, the Chair of the Diocesan Board of Finance, and other diocesan colleagues to support continuity and effective administration.

The Bishop Mark said:

“I am very pleased that Seán has accepted our offer to take on this important role, following a strong field of applications and a rigorous appointment process. He brings vast experience of leadership in many sectors, most recently heading up our safeguarding work in the Diocese, which has seen significant transformation and improvement under his care. Seán's experience and wise leadership will be a real asset as we continue to move forward in our strategic work: together in Christ, sharing hope.”

Seán said:

"I am thrilled to have been given this exciting opportunity to contribute to our vision and support the diocese in fulfilling its mission."