VENN (as Janson, Ianson or Yanson): Matriculated sizar from TRINITY COLLEGE, Easter, 1570. Born at Richmond, Yorks. Scholar, 1574; B.A. 1574/5; M.A. 1578. Ordained deacon (London) 18 Aug. 1577, age 26. Rector of Langford, Essex, 1585. Vicar of Heybridge, 1587-1624. Married (1) 1587, Margaret, dau. of Wm. Whiting, Rector of Toppesfield; (2) Ann, dau. of Thos. Morice, Rector of Layer Marney. Buried at Heybridge, 21 Sept. 21 1624. Will, Prerogative Court of Canterbury, 1624, proved by widow Elizabeth.
| Year | Type | Name as Recorded | Location | Office/Status | Full Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1577 | Ordi(ordination) | Yanson, Lancelottus | / | deacon | View |
| 1585 | Appt(Licensing) | Janson, Lancelot | London diocese / | Preacher | View |
| 1586 | Appt(Licensing) | Janson, Lancelot | London diocese / | Preacher | View |
| 1586 | Appt(Admission) | Janson, Lancelotus | St Andrew in Heybridge / | not given | View |