The Diocese of Bristol is delighted to announce that the Ven Adrian Youings has been licensed as Interim Minister in the Swindon Deanery. This creative role is a three-year appointment to work alongside churches in Swindon, focussing particularly on those in vacancy. Adrian will help them develop their ministry and mission, strengthen their structures and discern Christ's call to them.
Adrian was licensed by the Rt Revd Neil Warwick, Acting Bishop of Bristol and Bishop of Swindon at St John’s Haydon Wick on Sunday 25 January 2026.
For the last 18 months Adrian has been Head of Engagement at the Christian charity Care for the Family. Prior to that, he was in parish ministry for 21 years, and then Archdeacon of Bath for 7 years. For the last 4 years he has served as a member of General Synod.
Speaking about his new role, Adrian said:
“I'm really looking forward to moving to Swindon, and to begin serving alongside the area dean, Sally, and the clergy, lay leaders and churches across the deanery. My favourite part of being an Archdeacon was working with parishes in vacancy, and so what a privilege it is to get to do that full-time. Please pray for us as we settle in and find our feet.”
The Ven Christopher Bryan, Archdeacon of Malmsbury, said:
“I'm looking forward to working with Adrian as he supports the churches in vacancy across Swindon. He will help parishes get ready to recruit a new vicar, enabling them to explore mission, ministry and governance. Adrian brings rich experience and wisdom to this vital task - please pray for him and Fran as they move to the area.”
Please join us in praying for Adrian as he steps into this new role.