Francis Paget
1851–1911 (age 60)
Biography
Francis Paget, born in 1851, served as an Anglican priest and eventually became Bishop of Oxford, bringing to bear a scholarly mind and pastoral care that sought to reconcile doctrine with the lived experience of the faithful. His writings on Christian ethics and apologetics were widely read for their clarity and warmth.
Known for encouraging open dialogue between clergy and laity, Paget was a steady shepherd of souls, remembered for his humility and dedication to the Church’s mission of compassionate service.