Mike Royal: 'There is too much cult of personality in the Church'
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Emma Fowle2023-08-31T10:30:00
He prayed for King Charles at the coronation and has been called a “Christian man of influence”, but Bishop Mike Royal is far more interested in how the Church works together for the good of society than how others see him
Bishop Mike Royal has a CV that is just a little bit impressive. A result, perhaps, of his parents’ high aspirations – and definitely of their support and encouragement. Despite being “easily distracted” at school, Royal has a degree in urban planning and a Masters in Black theology. He’s been a youth worker, church leader, street pastor, mental health chaplain and the joint CEO of Cinnamon Network, a charity that helps churches to run community initiatives.
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