Ordination Profile

Dr Romola Parish

I am a former academic and lawyer specialising in environmental issues. I have also studied traditional hand embroidery at the Royal School of Needlework, and poetry at Oxford and Cardiff. The creative arts are at the heart of my ministry.

Why go into Ministry?

There are many rational reasons for ordination – being trained, validated, and supported by the Church in Wales to serve God in new ways, for example; but first and foremost I am doing this because God has asked it of me. However unexpected that call, I can do no other than to respond with joy.

Aspirations

I have accumulated considerable experience in leading retreats, quiet days and creative workshops focused on contemplative prayer, creativity and spiritual discernment. I hope to continue to develop these gifts as a key focus in my emerging ministry.