The wait is over! After more than a year in vacancy, we are pleased to announce that Rev’d Alexa (Lexi) Russell has been appointed Rector of the Parish of Badshot Lea and Hale.

Lexi is currently Assistant Curate in the Wythenshawe Team in Manchester and is hoping to move here in the summer. We will know more soon.

Lexi writes: “Hi Everyone, I’m Lexi and I’m delighted to have been appointed as Rector of Badshot Lea and Hale. My family and I have already felt such a warm welcome from the parish and we can’t wait to get stuck in. 

“I am civilly partnered to Johanna who’s a doctor and currently enjoying her maternity leave with our seven-month-old son Leo. 

“We’ve also got our rescue dog Bugsy who is a fantastic ministry dog and loves nothing more than cuddles and carrots!  

“It’s a big move and change for us as a family but we know God is with us every step of the way and we are looking forward to all the adventures God has planned for us. 

“We can’t wait to meet you all soon!”

Please pray for Lexi, Johanna and Leo as they move to the parish.