The Perkins Library

The Diocese has acquired books for a library of theological books in memory of The Revd Timothy James Perkins who passed to his eternal rest on 4th August 2011. Fr Perkins was the curate at the Church of St Alban the Martyr, Salford, Greater Manchester.  Tragically, he passed away after a long illness and his loss is still keenly felt by the Parish and the Diocese.

Before he died, Fr Perkins generously bequeathed his theological library to the Bishop on behalf of the Diocese. In response, the Bishop promised that  he would establish a library in his memory. As a result, we have assembled a substantial collection of books around Fr Perkins’ original bequest. We are grateful to the Bishop Damien Mead, Fr Jeffrey Gainer and Mr Colin Bean for donating books to the Library.

We intend that the books are primarily to assist ordinands and clergy within the Diocese in their pre- and post-ordination study. A catalogue is in production and list of titles will be made available to enquirers. The loan of the books will be free, but we must make a charge for any necessary postage required.