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David Sharples

b. 1958

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About David Sharples

Born 1958. David Sharples is a British vicar.

David Sharples AKC (born 17 March 1958) is a retired priest who served as Archdeacon of Rochdale and former Archdeacon of Salford.

He was educated at King's College London and ordained after a period of study at the College of the Resurrection, Mirfield in 1983. After a curacy at St Mary the Virgin, Prestwich he was Vicar of St Anne's, Royton from 1987 to 2002; and Director of Ordinands for the Anglican Diocese of Manchester from 2002.

He retired effective 31 March 2024.

A keen supporter of Manchester City, he is married with two sons.

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Important facts

Born
17 March 1958
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Vicar
Nationality
United Kingdom
Education
King's College London

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Frequently asked questions

Who is David Sharples?

British clergy

When was David Sharples born?

David Sharples was born on 17 March 1958.

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David Sharples is a vicar.

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David Sharples is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Sharples

· Wikidata: Q16192930

· DBpedia: David Sharples

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