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<p>Records are not held centrally on the causes of death of clergy. The Church of
England provides resources for those experiencing stress and signposts to other resources
from charities and organisations able to help. Some more information is available
here: <a href="https://www.churchofengland.org/resources/clergy-resources/national-clergy-hr/supporting-clergy-health-and-wellbeing#na"
target="_blank">Supporting clergy health and wellbeing | The Church of England</a>
As chief pastors in their dioceses, diocesan bishops ensure pastoral care is available
to clergy and is provided when needed. <br> <br>The Church of England is committed
to supporting those individuals and organisations working to help those at risk of
self-harm and suicide. At a parish level many clergy play a key role themselves in
providing counselling, comfort and support to those at risk. All suicides are tragedies,
and whilst causes will vary, the death of any member of the clergy through suicide
will be a matter of profound concern and deep sadness for all in the church, their
community and all who have a responsibility for their pastoral care.</p>
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