THE Bishop of Burnley John Goddard’s retirement will be marked by a farewell service in July.

He wants as many Lancashire Anglicans as possible to come to the 11am special Eucharist on July 19 at Blackburn Cathedral.There is no need to book or order tickets. Bishop of Blackburn Julian Henderson has asked Bishop John to preside and to preach at the service.

There will be a variety of music at a congregational event of praise, thanks and rejoicing and worship.

Bishop John retires at the end of July.