The Reverend Dr Earl Collins

As Canon Chancellor, Earl leads on theological education and Christian formation for people of all ages and backgrounds, including the Cathedral’s growing work with children and families.

Earl was a Benedictine monk before joining the Church of England in 2018. His ministry has taken him across the globe, with teaching roles in Rome, Ireland, the United States, India, Nigeria, and Jerusalem, as well as for the New York Centre for Jungian Studies. He has also served as Chaplain and Acting Vice-Principal at Westcott House, Cambridge.

Since 2019, Earl has ministered in the Diocese of Chichester as Vicar of St John the Baptist, Hove, and Officer for Continuing Ministerial Development. He is a member of the Cathedral’s College of Canons and has contributed significantly to its adult formation programmes.