The Rev Mike Vipond, deacon for the parish of Framlingham, spent nine seasons at Saracens Rugby Club in the 1960s, when he played as a number eight or second row, before an injury forced him to stop. After initially moving into teaching, he has since clocked up more than 33 years service in the church – an achievement that has earned him the rare honour of being awarded the East Anglia Diocesan Medal. Reverend Mike Vipond who has received the East Anglia Diocesan Medal by the Diocese of East Anglia. Reverend Mike Vipond who has received the East Anglia Diocesan Medal by the Diocese of East Anglia. A former governor at Sir Robert Hitcham’s Primary School, Mr Vipond remains actively involved in the Framlingham Churches Together group.

Source: Express June 18, 2024 10:05 UTC