Frederick Easson facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Frederick Easson |
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| Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney | |
| Church | Scottish Episcopal Church |
| Diocese | Aberdeen and Orkney |
| Elected | 1956 |
| In Office | 1956–1972 |
| Predecessor | Herbert Hall |
| Successor | Ian Begg |
| Orders | |
| Consecration | 1956 |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 29 July 1905 |
| Died | 11 February 1988 (aged 82) |
| Denomination | Anglican |
Edward Frederick Easson was an important leader in the Scottish Episcopal Church. He was born on July 29, 1905, and passed away on February 11, 1988. He served as a bishop for the Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney in Scotland from 1956 to 1972. Before that, he was the Dean of Aberdeen and Orkney from 1953 to 1956.
Life and Work
Frederick Easson received a good education. He studied at Morgan Academy, the University of St Andrews, and Edinburgh Theological College.
Early Career
Before becoming a church leader, Frederick Easson was a Maths and Science teacher. He taught at Lasswade Secondary School from 1929 to 1931.
Church Roles
After his teaching career, Easson began his work in the church.
- From 1933 to 1936, he was an Assistant Curate at St Peter's Church in Edinburgh.
- He then served as an Assistant Curate at St Aidan's in Craigmillar from 1936 to 1939.
- From 1940 to 1948, he became the Rector of St Peter's Church in Peterhead. A Rector is like the main priest in charge of a church parish.
- After Peterhead, he was the Rector of St Devenick's in Bieldside. He stayed there until he was chosen to be the Dean of Aberdeen and Orkney. The Dean is a senior leader in a diocese, helping the bishop.
Becoming a Bishop
In 1956, Frederick Easson was chosen to be the Bishop of the Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney. He served in this important role for many years, until 1972. A bishop oversees a group of churches and clergy in a specific area, called a diocese.
