Enthronement ceremony of Isle of Man's new bishop

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00:00I, Nigel Godfrey, Dean of the Cathedral, Isle of Man, induct in school and in throne room

00:29into the possessions of the Bishopric of the Isle of Man and of Sodor and its rights and

00:39dignities, and all its opportunities of service. And I place you in the Episcopal seat of this

00:47medieval church of St. John, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

00:54Amen.

00:56The Lords of this realm and island, I will observe in all things that concern the duties

01:16of my office, so help me God.

01:20Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, who was wondered for our sins, that you may bear in your life

01:47and ministry the love and joy and peace, which are the marks of Jesus in his disciples.

01:59The Spirit of God rest on you, filling you with wisdom, understanding, and the fear of

02:08the Lord. The peace of Christ count hard over your heart and mind, and the blessing

02:17of God Almighty, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, be with you always. Amen.

02:28The Lord Jesus Christ, you have created and redeemed me, and directed my life and brought

02:43me where I am. You know what you would make of me. Do with me according to your will,

02:51with mercy, that I may trust your love, serve your purpose, and praise your name. Amen.

02:59Bishop Tricia, receive this pastoral staff, find the example of the Good Shepherd, lead

03:26with courage and guide with love. Keep watch over the whole flock, among whom the Holy

03:33Spirit is appointed to. Prepare the gospel, restore the lost, encourage the faithful,

03:42and build up the body of Christ. Amen.

03:56Amen.