Richard Rogers (bishop)

Richard Rogers (1532/33 – 1597) was an eminent 16th-century priest who became Suffragan Bishop of Dover.Visits St James’, Dover

Richard Rogers was educated at Christ's College, Cambridge. In 1559, Rogers was made archdeacon of St Asaph, and on 15 May 1569 he was consecrated Suffragan Bishop of Dover.DNB details After his death no more Suffragan Bishops were appointed until 1870."Faith, History and Practice of the Church of England": Eaton, W. E: London: Hodder & Stoughton, 1957 He was the Dean of Canterbury from 1584 till his death.

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