The English port city of Dover confirmed its new Bishop this week in the Rt. Rev. Trevor Willmott.

Previously the Bishop of Basingstoke since 2002, Willmott will take delegated oversight responsibility for Canterbury on behalf of Archbishop Rowan Williams as is tradition for the position.

In sharing his response to Williams' phone call confirming his appointment for the new position, Willmott said, "My first reaction was of absolute joy and delight but also of unworthiness that the Archbishop of Canterbury should consider me for this important role.

Williams commented, "I am very pleased indeed to welcome Bishop Trevor to the Diocese. He is an experienced pastor, with a powerful vision for the Church in contemporary society, and also a wise and reflective person who will bring great depth to our conversations and plans in Canterbury. I hope he and Margaret will be very happy here, and greatly look forward to our work together."

Willmott is scheduled installed for his new position on Saturday, Feb. 6 at the Canterbury Cathedral. His position in Dover succeeds the Rt. Rev. Dr. Stephen Venner, who will retire at the end of November.