He has given his blessing for Fr Flynn to go to Dersingham. He can be on loan to Bishop Clark for a period of one or two years and then consider the process of excardination.
Browne, Denis George Rev (1937-)Dersingham group want Fr Flynn at Dersingham. Suggests that they will issue a formal invitation but will need to deal with immigration matters.
Clark, Alan Charles Rev DD (1919-2002)Letting the people of Dersingham know and they will weigh the facts to decide whether to invite Fr Flynn.
Clark, Alan Charles Rev DD (1919-2002)A Rev Peter B Flynn has been identified by the Trustees of Dersingham as a potential [temporary] priest for their town. Describes the priest, his address and the understanding of his wish to return to either Ireland or England. Bishop Clark asks for the Bishop of Auckland's, New Zealand, comments.
Clark, Alan Charles Rev DD (1919-2002)Thanks for the generous suggestion. However, a married deacon is being established in Dersingham. Cannot accommodate the priest (Miss Dunn should have checked first).
manuscript p.s.: "Beccles is a good place to live - + a thriving parish as well."
Defective screen letter passed onto Fr Richard Wilson (Finance Office).
Whilst the departure of Andrew Kingcomb is a blow you are showing great courage in filling the gaps left by him. However, the appointment of Eucharistic Ministers is made by the Parish Priest (Fr Nesden) and approved by me - after a period of training. Fr Charles Howarth has his duties in Massingham and his residence there.
Property transfer to Diocese of east Anglia trustee soon. Fr Nesden has a convert Anglican clergyman looking after house, church and grounds (Andrew Kingcomb). Do not wish to install a priest at Dersingham so for now I need to halt your initiative. Fr Charles Howarth says Sunday mass at Dersingham.
Clark, Alan Charles Rev DD (1919-2002)Currently drawing up a "Re-alignment of Responsibilities" and hence considering where to place Fr Dobson. Not in a supply role but in a place of his own. Bishop says that he is also in good health as a 75 year-old but which also implies retirement.
Clark, Alan Charles Rev DD (1919-2002)Cannot contact by phone. Time to accept a new church at Dersingham as part of Diocesan Trust; hence assuring responsibility for it and caring for the congregation. Structure: mission within Hunstanton parish with Fr Nesden as the parish priest over a priest-in-charge in Dersingham.
Clark, Alan Charles Rev DD (1919-2002)Bishop Clark to Vicar General, Mgr James Dunn, Liverpool Diocese). The diocese could not make provision for this "unnecessary" church and the trustees would have to find a priest to staff it. A private enterprise which has been costly in time to ensure it will eventually come under the Diocesan Trust, etc. Not advisable to include in your Ad Clerum.
Clark, Alan Charles Rev DD (1919-2002)A Rev Peter B Flynn is actually retired and is aged 76. Bishop Browne has spoken to him and he is keen to take the opportunity. If his age is no barrier then happy to release him to serve in the community in Dersingham.
Browne, Denis George Rev (1937-)Thanks for the 3 year appointment of Fr Dobson. Meeting being arranged between the Vicar General (Fr P Shryane), the Dean, Fr Dobson and Deacon Matthews. Hope to resolve the issues.
Smith, Peter David Gordon Rev LLB JCD (1943-2020)Fr Maddison asks on the bishop's behalf for additional information before being able to proceed further. Requests a letter of support from the Superior.
Bishop's OfficeConfirming receipt of copies of correspondence with Bishop of Auckland. Will be discussing the information in a small group - in confidence. Age is a serious question but Dersingham people must be prepared to support any priest.
CorrespondentWriter is retiring and moving to Beccles. She provides information and background about a priest staying with her and being cared for by her. Wonders if the Bishop has a place for him in the Diocese - she would continue to look after him.
CorrespondentSt Cecilia's Church Committee describe a number of factors which convince them that a resident priest is needed for Dersingham: the departure of Andrew Kingcomb leaves a large gap as he fulfilled many roles - organist, Eucharistic minister, religious instruction for children; Fr Nesden is not well and needs support for the Parish; accommodation is available and can only be occupied by a priest; they believe that Fr Charles Howarth (from the Convent of The Daughters of Jesus, Great Massingham) would be interested in parochial duties.
CorrespondentSome time since Fr Morley left - what are the Bishop's intentions for Dersingham? People could start looking for another priest. Organ installed soon at St Cecilia's.
CorrespondentStuart Grant: Dersingham group have been consulted, they would like to get Fr Flynn to Dersingham. What needs to be done next? Is the Bishop to take the lead or should they do it?
CorrespondentDr Philip Marshall MRCS MRCP DPH reporting on Fr Flynn's health and well being. He describes Fr Flynn as an active, inquisitive and intelligent man who needs not to be idle for 9/10s of the year but engaged in a busy Mission. Many think well of him. He has been frank about his past problems with alcohol - he suffers from Intestinal Toxaemia which is exacerbated by drink. His life does not engage him, but makes him mope and become melancholic.
Correspondent[St Cecilia]Church is completed and mostly furnished. Great welcome from the community - 60 at Sunday Mass. "...although I believe the church and house will almost certainly remain twice the size it might have been." Fr Nesden helpful and kind. Looking forward to seeing the Bishop on March 23.
manuscript annotation: "Am I still on the list? Have heard nothing from Poringland since leaving Cromer."