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James Johnston

d. 1977

Archdeacon of Gibraltar, Europe

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About James Johnston

James Johnston (1890–1977) was Archdeacon of Gibraltar from 1950 to 1963.

Johnston was educated at University College, Galway. He was a teacher at Methodist College Belfast from 1920 to 1925. He chose however to train for the Anglican ministry. He was ordained deacon in 1918 and priest in 1920. After serving at Tyrella, County Down the rest of his career was spent overseas: at Gibraltar (including being Precentor of the Cathedral, 1934–45, and acting Dean during the War), Bilbao, Barcelona and finally back to Gibraltar.

Johnston died in 1977.

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Important facts

Died
1977
Education
University of Galway

Frequently asked questions

Who was James Johnston?

archdeacon of Gibraltar, Europe

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James Johnston died in 1977.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Johnston

· Wikidata: Q30684114

· DBpedia: James Johnston (priest)

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