Steven Croft
Bishop and theologian in England
Born
May 29th, 1957
68 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Bishop served as the Bishop of Oxford since 2016 and previously as Bishop of Sheffield. Played a significant role in Church of England initiatives, focusing on evangelism and social justice. Contributed to theological discussions, particularly in relation to the role of the church in contemporary society. Engaged in various ecumenical efforts across denominations.
Bishop of Oxford since 2016
Bishop of Sheffield previously
Contributed to Church of England initiatives
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