He was expert at organisation and realising that the population of Monmouthshire had changed since the church was created he founded thirteen new parishes. The new parishes reflected the growth of industry and formed principally a new archdeaconry in Newport.
The church leader adapted its organization to reflect the changing demographics of Monmouthshire, where industry had led to significant population growth. This adaptation involved establishing thirteen new parishes that aligned with the emerging industrial landscape and formed a new archdeaconry in Newport.