A cathedral verger is to receive Maundy money from the King.
Hereford Cathedral announced that Tim Pryse-Davies has been selected to receive the honour at the Royal Maundy service at Durham Cathedral.
The service, which recognises Christian service and community contributions, will see King Charles and Queen Camilla present Maundy money to 152 individuals, including Mr Pryse-Davies.
The recipients comprise 76 men and 76 women, mirroring the King's age.
Mr Pryse-Davies's selection acknowledges his almost three decades of service to Hereford Cathedral.
He started as assistant verger in 1996, later advancing to Canons’ Verger before assuming the leadership role of Dean’s Verger in 2010.
His duties have encompassed assisting clergy in public worship, maintaining the cathedral, welcoming visitors, and supporting various events.
The Very Reverend Sarah Brown, the Dean of Hereford, said: "Tim’s very well-deserved award is in recognition of his own long and distinguished service to the Church as an outstanding verger at this cathedral.
"This royal acknowledgement also celebrates the quiet and unassuming role of vergers up and down the country upon whom our cathedrals rely, each and every day.
"Tim is exceptional for the care and respect he has given for almost 30 years, not only to colleagues and the cathedral community but also to those who come through our doors in need, some of whom can be difficult to love and who present challenges that many of us would struggle to deal with."
Mr Pryse-Davies was equally surprised and honoured by the recognition.
He said: "I was very surprised when I first received the letter inviting me to attend the Royal Maundy service as it was so unexpected.
"As a verger, I’m more accustomed to being behind the scenes, so it will be strange, but enjoyable, to experience such a special service as a member of the congregation.
"It has been a privilege to serve the cathedral and its community over the last 29 years.
"It really is a great honour to be recognised in this way, and I am very much looking forward to attending the service."
The Royal Maundy service will take place at Durham Cathedral on Thursday, April 17, 2025.
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