John Dalderby facts for kids

John Dalderby was an important church leader in medieval England. He was known as the Bishop of Lincoln, a very powerful position at that time. He was also sometimes called Aldberry or d'Aldreby. He lived a long life and passed away in the year 1320.

John Dalderby's Life and Career

Early Roles in the Church

Before becoming a bishop, John Dalderby held several important jobs in the church. He was a rector in a town called Dalderby, which is in Lincolnshire. A rector is like a main priest in a local church.

He also worked in the diocese of Lincoln. A diocese is a large area that a bishop is in charge of. In this diocese, John Dalderby was a "prebendary" of North Kelsey. This meant he received money from a church property to support his work.

Before April 24, 1291, he also served as the "chancellor of Lincoln." A chancellor in the church was a high-ranking official who helped manage the diocese's legal and administrative tasks.

Becoming a Bishop

John Dalderby was chosen to become the Bishop of Lincoln on January 15, 1300. This was a very significant role. A bishop is a senior leader in the Christian church, overseeing many churches and priests in their area.

He was officially "consecrated" as bishop on June 12, 1300. This special ceremony took place in Canterbury, a very important religious city in England.

John Dalderby served as Bishop of Lincoln for many years. He died on January 12, 1320.