CHARIS England and Wales Statement

Following the news regarding the charges made against Bishop David Oakley, Episcopal Advisor for Catholic Charismatic Renewal to the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales, we understand this will be a shock to many in Renewal.

Due to legal proceedings, we will not be commenting further. We pray for all involved and affected. Here is the statement from the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales: www.cbcew.org.uk/statement-diocese-northampton/

Any further enquiries should be made to the Northampton Diocesan Director of Communications, Neil Roseman on 07725234700 or neil.roseman@northamptondiocese.org

You can also contact the Safeguarding Team at Northampton Diocese on 01604 723514 / safeguarding@northamptondiocese.org

Safe Spaces is a free and independent support service for anyone who has experienced abuse in relation to the Church of England, the Church in Wales or the Catholic Church of England and Wales: https://safespacesenglandandwales.org.uk/

CHARIS ENGLAND AND WALES

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