Edward Reid (bishop) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Edward Reid |
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| Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld and Dunblane | |
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| Church | Scottish Episcopal Church |
| Diocese | St Andrews, Dunkeld and Dunblane |
| In Office | 1931-1938 |
| Predecessor | Charles Plumb |
| Successor | Lumsden Barkway |
| Orders | |
| Ordination | 1899 |
| Consecration | 24 June 1921 by Walter Robberds |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 12 December 1871 Glasgow, Scotland |
| Died | 27 July 1938 (aged 66) Auchterarder, Perthshire, Scotland |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Denomination | Anglican |
| Parents | James Reid |
| Spouse |
Ethel Shaw Macpherson
(m. 1899) |
| Children | 5 |
| Previous post | Bishop of Glasgow and Galloway (1921-1931) |
| Alma mater | University of Glasgow |
Edward Thomas Scott Reid (born 1871, died 1938) was a Scottish bishop. He was an important leader in the Scottish Episcopal Church, which is a Christian church in Scotland.
Early Life and Education
Edward Reid was born in Glasgow, Scotland, on December 12, 1871. He went to several schools and universities. These included Fettes College, the University of Edinburgh, and the University of Glasgow.
He earned important degrees from the University of Glasgow. He also studied at the Edinburgh Theological College. This college helped him prepare for his work in the church.
Church Career
Edward Reid began his church career in 1897. He first served as a curate (a helper to the main priest) at Old Saint Paul's in Edinburgh.
In 1900, he became a curate at St Mary's Cathedral in Edinburgh. The next year, he became the Second Chaplain there. A chaplain is a priest who serves a specific group or institution.
Later, in 1903, he became the Rector (the main priest) of St Cuthbert's in Hawick. In 1910, he moved to lead St Bride's Church in Glasgow. By 1920, he was named the Dean of Glasgow and Galloway. A dean is a senior priest who oversees a cathedral or a group of churches.
Becoming a Bishop
In 1921, Edward Reid was chosen to be the Bishop of Glasgow and Galloway. A bishop is a high-ranking leader in the church. They oversee many churches and priests in a specific area called a diocese.
He officially became a bishop on June 24, 1921. This ceremony, called a consecration, took place at St Mary's Cathedral in Glasgow. Walter Robberds, another bishop, led the ceremony.
In 1931, Bishop Reid moved to lead a different diocese. This new area was called St Andrews, Dunkeld and Dunblane. He continued to serve as bishop there until he passed away on July 27, 1938. He died while still serving in his role.
