Bishop Barry Jones faces an uncertain future

Friday, November 20th, 2015

Bishop Barry Jones faces an uncertain future after suffering his third stroke more than a week ago.

Jones was rushed to Christchurch Hospital on November 9 after he had a stroke at his Christchurch home.

A Catholic diocese spokesman said although Jones was improving slowly, he tired easily and his prognosis was unclear.

“The bishop has agreed that it is in his best interests to have a complete rest and break from his work until at least the end of February, when he would have been returning from his holidays,” the spokesman said. Continue reading

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