Sheffield Cathedral is delighted to welcome the Revd Dr Jeremy Morris as its new Canon Chancellor. Jeremy will take up the post in September 2026.
Jeremy joins the Cathedral after nearly six years as Team Rector of Ashford Town Parish in the Diocese of Canterbury, one of the largest parishes in the country by population. His appointment brings a wealth of experience in parish ministry, theological education, ecumenical relations, and church leadership.
Following his curacy in the Diocese of Rochester, Jeremy moved to Canterbury in 1997 to join the staff of what was then the South East Institute for Theological Education, now St Augustine’s College of Theology. There, he taught theology at undergraduate level, prepared candidates for ordained ministry, and later became Principal in 2005.
In 2014, Jeremy moved to Church House Westminster to serve as Secretary for Ecumenical Relations and Theology at the Church of England’s Council for Christian Unity, helping to shape relationships between the Church of England and other Christian traditions.
Prior to ordination, Jeremy spent four years in Toronto studying for a doctorate in medieval studies. He has since published two books and numerous articles exploring theology and spirituality.
Jeremy is married to Lizzie, and together they have two daughters and six grandchildren.
Speaking about his new role, Jeremy said:
“I’m looking forward very much to being part of the life of Sheffield Cathedral. There’s so much that’s happening here, and I’m excited about helping the cathedral community to keep growing in its ministry to the city and its role within the diocese. As Canon Chancellor, I’ll have a particular focus on increasing the opportunities we offer to explore new horizons and learn more about what makes us ‘a place for all people’.”
Everyone at Sheffield Cathedral extends a warm welcome to Jeremy and looks forward to the gifts, experience and vision he will bring to the Cathedral community when he joins the team in September.