Robert Atwell

Episcopal ministry Atwell was consecrated a bishop at York Minster on 24 June 2008. He was welcomed into the Diocese of Chester as Bishop of Stockport on 27 June 2008 at Chester Cathedral.

On 21 January 2014, it was announced that Atwell would be translated to be the Bishop of Exeter. The confirmation of his election occurred on 30 April 2014. He was installed at Exeter Cathedral on 5 July 2014. He is also chair of the Church of England's Liturgical Commission and the lead bishop for rural affairs. He made his maiden speech on 18 November 2021 during a debate on COP 26.

Atwell stepped back from public duties in July 2023, before he retired from full-time ministry on 30 September 2023.

Views Atwell supports the ordination of women to the priesthood and episcopate.

In 2014, he stated that he understood "marriage to be the union of one man and one woman for life, and that is the best and solid way for nurturing of children".

Personal life Atwell is not married.

Styles The Reverend Robert Atwell (1978–1987) The Reverend Brother Robert Atwell, OSB (1987–1998) The Reverend Robert Atwell (1998–2008) The Right Reverend Robert Atwell (2008–present)

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