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The extraordinary journey of the first Chinese incumbent in Church of England history

The extraordinary journey of the first Chinese incumbent in Church of England history

Thursday, May 7, 2026
SIXTY years ago, the Revd Jimmie Song was a pioneer, the first Chinese incumbent in the Church of England’s history. Today, Chinese-heritage clergy make up just 0.1 per cent of all stipendiary clergy in the Church of England. His story deserves to...