Lord John Thynne

1798–1881 (age 83)

Biography

Lord John Thynne, born in 1798, upheld a lifetime of faithful service within the Anglican Church from his post at Westminster Abbey, where he combined steadfast pastoral care with a dignified presence.

He guided congregants through seasons of joy and mourning, earning admiration for his humility and his gentle, perpetually compassionate ministry.

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