AT Christ Church, Malvern, we are delighted to have a new incumbent (Vicar vacancy filled after a six-year wait, November 14).

However, although it is great to have the support of our new archdeacon, Robert Jones, we’re especially happy that Canon Harold Goddard now has an official role as associate priest.

Harold has been a huge support during the past six years and this new arrangement will mean that he is able to continue to minister to our congregation and the whole community.

The archdeacon has the care of many churches across the south of the Diocese of Worcester, so we’re well aware that Robert Jones’ incumbency at Christ Church is unlikely to be very hands-on.

The day to day job of being our vicar will fall to Harold, who has already been fulfilling this role during our vacancy and has a huge love and care for Christ Church and all those who visit it.

I personally would like to express my thanks to Harold for all that he does for our church, and I am looking forward to continuing to work with him in his new ‘official’ capacity.

Angela Green

Churchwarden