The whole of the Diocesan community has been saddened to hear of the unexpected death of Canon Jim Garrard on Monday 8 December. Since 2008, he served faithfully as Canon Precentor at Ely Cathedral, guiding its music and liturgy with great skill and devotion. Jim was a deeply gifted priest whose thoughtful, gentle ministry touched the lives of many and we give thanks to God for his life and ministry.
Bishop Dagmar, Acting Bishop of Ely, has sent condolences on behalf of the Diocese and has asked all to keep Jim’s wife, family and friends and the whole Cathedral community in your prayers at this time. Further details regarding funeral arrangements will be shared in due course.
If you wish to send cards to the family, please address them to the Chapter House (Chapter House, The College, Ely, CB7 4DL) and they will be passed on.
May Jim rest in peace and rise in glory.