Bishop of Rupert’s Land in Anglican Church of Canada is diagnosed with terminal cancer
[Anglican Church of Canada] The bishop of the Anglican Church of Canada’s Diocese of Rupert’s Land, the Rt. Rev. Geoffrey Woodcroft, has been admitted to hospital with a diagnosis of cancer shortly after announcing his intention to retire in June 2025.
The diocese’s executive archdeacon Simon Blaikie told the Anglican Journal that Woodcroft made the announcement on the final day of the diocesan synod, Oct. 19, then felt unwell and was in the hospital within 12 hours.
He was diagnosed with cancer, said Blaikie, and has gone on sick leave, expecting to transition directly into long-term disability leave. Blaikie confirmed a Facebook post that the cancer had been diagnosed as terminal. The diocese is asking for prayers and held a mass for his healing and comfort Oct. 23.
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