Bishop Alan was never afraid to stand up for those on the margins, those that felt they were being ignored by the church. He was a man of prophetic spirit, reaching out where he saw injustice and speaking up when he witnessed the abuse of power. I was deeply saddened to hear of his death today. He was approaching retirement and the sudden loss will be a shock to his family, the diocese of Oxford and the wider church. He leaves behind a huge gap and an important legacy. We have much to learn from his life and his courage. In our pain, it is Jesus that draws near and mourns with us. I hold Bishop Alan’s whole family, especially Lucy, in my prayers. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.