THE former Assistant Area Dean of the Wensleydale Deanery, the Rev Ruth Hind was installed as the first ever Canon Evangelist at Ripon Cathedral on Sunday.

Ms Hind brings with her a wealth of knowledge from diverse areas such as sitting on General Synod to having a special interest in Reader and Lay ministry training. She will work within the clergy team, leading on church growth and pastoral care.

"I am excited by the opportunities the new role presents both within the cathedral and the city of Ripon," said Ms Hind. "I am looking forward to meeting many new people, listening and sharing with them."