John Inglis (bishop)

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John Inglis (1777-October 27, 1850) was the third bishop of the Diocese of Nova Scotia. He was consecrated 1825 March 26/27. He was ordained a deacon, 1801 Dec 13, by Bishop Charles Inglis, his father. 1802 Jun 27 he was ordained a priest.

John was appointed as official secretary and as ecclesiastical commissary to his father. This involved a number of trips to England on behalf of the diocese. These trips also enhanced his own career and brought focus on his talents. However, his relative inexperience and the overtones of nepotism did not allow his promotion in 1812 when the bishop was seriously incapacitated.

John Inglis became the third bishop in 1825. In the 25 years preceding this elevation, he had proven to be a talented and caring priest. He had been chaplain to the House of Assembly, a stalwart ally of King’s College, and a defender of the official position of the Church of England.