Jonathan Smith

Jonathan Peter Smith (born 10 November 1955) is an Anglican priest: he was Archdeacon of St Albans from 2008 to 2020. Before becoming archdeacon in 2008, he served as a chaplain and a vicar.

Early life and education Smith was born on 10 November 1955. He studied theology at King's College London. He graduated from the university in 1977 with a Bachelor of Divinity (BD) degree and the Associateship of King's College (AKC) qualification. He then undertook teacher training at the University of Cambridge, graduating with a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in 1978. In 1979, he matriculated into Westcott House, Cambridge to undertake training for the priesthood.

Ordained ministry Smith was ordained in the Church of England as a deacon in 1980 and as a priest in 1981. From 1980 to 1982, he served as an assistant curate at All Saints’ Church, Gosforth, an area of Newcastle upon Tyne. He then served as an assistant curate at Waltham Abbey Church, Waltham Abbey, Essex, from 1982 to 1985.

Personal life Smith is a youth football referee and is also interested in amateur acting.