Martyn Snow is the Bishop of Leicester and a member of the House of Lords, where he focuses on issues related to poverty. His career includes serving as Bishop of Tewkesbury and Archdeacon of Sheffield. Educated at Sheffield University with a degree in Chemistry, he also served with the Church Mission Society in Guinea, West Africa.
Born in Indonesia to missionary parents, Martyn has a deep appreciation for different cultures. He is married to a paediatrician, and they have three children. His personal interests are diverse, including travel, sports, music, kayaking, and hillwalking. He particularly enjoys walking through Leicester to experience its cultural diversity.
When appointed Bishop of Tewkesbury in 2013, he was the youngest serving bishop in the Church of England.
Martyn Snow
Bishop of Leicester at Diocese of Leicester
Leicester, England, United Kingdom
Overview
Topics They Care About
Intercultural Engagement
He has authored works on intercultural gift exchange, drawing on his experience leading the UK's most culturally diverse diocese and his personal background.
Social & Racial Justice
Focuses on poverty in the House of Lords, has been outspoken on racial justice, and shows interest in organizations like Trussell Trust and Feed The Hungry UK.
Global Mission
Born in Indonesia to missionary parents and having served in Guinea, he has a lifelong connection to the church's work across different cultures and nations.
Media Appearances
Work History
5-2016
Bishop of Leicester at Diocese of Leicester
9-2013 - 4-2016
Bishop of Tewkesbury at Diocese of Gloucester
4-2010 - 8-2013
Archdeacon of Sheffield and Rotherham at Diocese of Sheffield
9-2001 - 4-2010
Vicar at Christ Church Pitsmoor
Education
Education details unavailable from Berwick-on-Tweed
Education details unavailable from Newcastle RGS
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Location : Leicester, England, United Kingdom
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Designation : Bishop of Leicester at Diocese of Leicester
