VACANCY LIST - MAY 2005
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York |
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Europe |
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Associate Minister |
Leicester |
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Portsmouth |
Portsmouth Blackmoor and Whitehill – Vicar
The Patron seeks a priest for the Church of St Matthew, Blackmoor and Whitehill, in the deanery of Petersfield, following the retirement of the Rev. April Richards. The parish is situated at the northern edge of the Diocese. It is a single church benefice serving a population of four and a half thousand. The population may rise considerably during the next few years, creating new mission opportunities. There is a close involvement with the local Church of England (Aided) Primary School.
The patron seeks a priest who
v Is a proven team leader who can complement and develop the gifts of others.
v Is an effective communicator who relates well with people of all ages.
v Will lead the parish in worship and prayer and help develop the spiritual growth of individuals.
v Is enthusiastic, ready to experiment with new ideas and guide the church through the exciting opportunities which lie ahead.
An attractive four bedroom house is situated close to the Church.
For further details and application form contact: The Ven. Peter Hancock, Archdeacon of the Meon, Victoria Lodge, 36 Osborn Road, Fareham, PO16 7DS. Tel: 01329 280101 Fax: 01329 281603 e-mail: admeon@portsmouth.anglican.org
or visit www.portsmouth.anglican.org/info/bishop/vacant_parishes/blackmoor_and_whitehill
Closing date for return of application forms: 10th June 2005
Interviews : 13th and 14th July 2005
Hereford Woodside Church, Madeley Team Ministry – Team Vicar
Madeley Team Ministry is a team of three churches within the parish of Madeley, Telford, Shropshire; each with its own vicar and district church council.
We need a vicar who:
Is sold out for Jesus
Can understand the problems of a large urban estate
(Woodside needs a missionary church, this is front line mission in the UK)
Is a teacher who can communicate with a non-book culture
Is a communicator who will encourage creative communication and will speak to us at the level we understand
And will:
Forge links with the community and nurture the hard fought links that have been made
Continue to develop the sense of trust that the community has in Woodside Church
Grasp the vision of cell church on Woodside
Pastor the cell pastors
Be an encourager and enabler, releasing the gifts in lay ministry of the people
Build people’s confidence to explore and develop the gifts they enjoy
Ensure that children have their rightful place within the church
Be an active member of the Madeley Team Ministry working closely with local churches of all denominations.
Be open to change and flexible in their approach to ministry
And: has a sense of humour!
Further details and application from The Bishop of Ludlow’s Office, Bishop’s House, Corvedale Road, Craven Arms, Shropshire SY7 9BT bishopofludlow@btinternet.com
Interviews 2nd June 2005.
Lichfield St Martin’s, Walsall – Team Vicar
We are an established, suburban congregation looking to grow our church younger.
Are you someone who-
· Is able to demonstrate a passion for Evangelism and Outreach
· Can encourage young families, children and teenagers into the Church
· Can help every church member develop their gifts and ministries
· Has a dynamic and imaginative approach to growing God’s Kingdom
· Is comfortable with a breadth of spirituality and liturgical practice.
If so we can work together in Christ: Seeking, Growing, Sharing, Spreading, The Kingdom.
St Martin’s serves a diverse district on the outskirts of Walsall with a population of around 6,000 people.
If God may be calling you contact: The Archdeacon’s Office, 10 Paradise Lane, Pelsall, Walsall. WS3 4NH. Telephone 01922 445353. Email archdeacon.walsall@lichfield.anglican.org
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Team Rector to develop and lead this team of seven churches.
Spanning rural and town ministry and a variety of traditions this opportunity has potential for significant growth.
Can you fulfil your calling here?
To receive a full profile and application form please contact: The Bishop of Hull
Closing date for applications: Friday 27th May
Interviews: Friday 17 June.
PRIEST IN CHARGE
Bath & Wells Benefice of Bruton and District, Somerset – Priest in Charge
We are a group of parishes centred on the town of Bruton. We need a new parish priest who:
· Has a vision and sensitivity for the development of rural ministry.
· Can motivate during a period of change
· Well relish the challenge of supporting both primary and secondary schools
· Enjoys working in collaboration with other lay and clerical leaders in a Local Ministry Group.
The Priest-in-Charge will be free to undertake his pastoral and priestly roles by delegating routine tasks to the Benefice Administrator.
Details from: Philip Nokes, The Old Deanery, Wells, Somerset. BA5 2UG. Telephone 01749 670777. Email: rosemay.stanton@bathwells.anglican.org
Closing date for applications: 10 June 2005
Interviews: 14 & 15 July 2005
Appointment to this position is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Criminal Records Bureau.
Chelmsford Vange – Priest in Charge
(Population: 12600, Electoral Roll: 32, Ave Sunday Attendance: 32)
Vange is an ancient village, which was transformed by post-war housing development into a suburb of the New Town of Basildon. The parish now consists of high-density housing estates, where urban regeneration is taking place, particularly through the work of Housing Associations. There are four primary schools in the parish, none of which is a church school, although there are links with the church school in a neighbouring parish.
All Saints, the ancient parish church, is in the hands of the Redundant Churches Committee and is not used for worship. St Chad’s Church, built in 1957, is at the centre of modern Vange, with the Rectory next door. The interior of the church has recently been refurbished. The main Sunday service is usually the Eucharist, with a Family Service on the first Sunday of the month. The parish describes its style of worship as middle-of-the-road Anglican, though with a degree of flexibility on these issues. Lay participation is encouraged and there are two Readers.
The parish profile states:
We consider that we are a parish with potential… We welcome the opportunity to strengthen our spirituality and vision… We want a priest who will lead us in the path God wants us to follow, and who will enable us to take up our cross and follow Him. Above all, we seek a leader who will enable each one of us to fulfil our role in God’s kingdom.
Further details are available from:
The Revd Dr Christopher Cunliffe, Chaplain to the Bishop of Bradwell, Bishop’s House
01375 673806
ccunliffe@chelmsford.anglican.org
Gloucester Coleford and Staunton with Newland, Redbrook and Clearwell Priest-in-Charge
Coleford (8100) is the largest town in the Royal Forest of Dean and home to the Forest District Council. St John’s is a significant Victorian building and there have been discussions about a major-re-ordering with community involvement. There is a great deal of energy and enthusiasm around and the church is generally in good heart with some strong lay leadership and two NSM’s and one House for Duty Priest in post who has particular responsibility for Newland, Redbrook and Clearwell.
There is a small mission church at Broadwell, together with the small ru4al communities of Staunton (263), Newland and Redbrook (6 13) and Clearwell (1528). Freehold will be restored when this piece of pastoral reorganisation has been achieved.
Coleford has good schools and leisure facilities and there is an excellent family house opposite the church and in the centre of the town.
The Bishop is seeking to appoint:-
v Someone with a feel for both urban and rural ministry, who will bring together this new benefice
v A relaxed, modern catholic at ease with an innovative approach to worship but with strong sense of the sacramental
v A compelling preacher and teacher, able to get the message across to people of different social backgrounds.
v An inspiring leader with a passion for outreach who will continue to develop shared ministry and work with young people.
v A priest who might become ‘a leader in the town’, who will work effectively with civic authorities, community and ecumenical partners and with other clergy across the Forest South Deanery.
An Enchanced Disclosure is required for this post.
For further information and application form from The Archdeacon of Gloucester, Glebe House, Church Road, Maisemore, Glos. GL2 8EY
Telephone: 01452 538500, Fax 01452 381528. Email: archglos@star.co.uk
Closing date for applications: 17 June 2005
Interviews: 18 July 2005
Gloucester Newent and Gorsley with Clifford Mesne – Priest-in-Charge
Newent is a lively market town (5000) on the Gloucestershire/Herefordshire border. St Mary’s has a vibrant church life with a wide range of formal and informal worship in the open evangelical tradition, and is part of an LEP. There is a strong community involvement and some good work with children and young people. There is an NSM in post and a talented Local Ministry Team. Church life is Gorsley (1200) and Cliffords Mesne (250) is also in good heart. There is an excellent family house and the area boast some good schools and leisure facilities.
The Bishop is seeking to appoint:-
v A first class pastor, teacher and communicator, rooted in the scriptures.
v Someone who can manage this busy parish, an energetic and inspiring leader who will draw out and build on the enthusiasms of others
v An encourager of young people and families who will help develop outreach
v A “mission shaped priest” comfortable with a variety of worship styles and willing to explore new ways of worship and of being church.
v Keen to work in a Local Ecumenical partnership and to build on strong community links.
An Enhanced Disclosure is required for this post.
For further information and application form from The Archdeacon of Gloucester, Glebe House, Church Road, Maisemore, Glos. GL2 8EY
Telephone: 01452 538500, Fax 01452 381528. Email: archglos@star.co.uk
Closing date for applications: 17 June 2005
Interviews: 20 June 2005.
Hereford United Benefice of Ashwell, Hinxworth and Newnham (with Edworth and Caldecote) – Priest-in-Charge
Population: 1,976 (combined) Electoral Roll: 233 (combined)
Patron: The Bishop of St Albans (suspended)
The benefice is suspended pending future pastoral reorganisation. The Diocesan Pastoral Committee has considered the possibility of the benefice becoming a partner in the Baldock Team Ministry. The new Priest in Charge will concentrate on the needs of the current benefice whilst working in an 'informal cluster' for the time being with colleagues in the Baldock Team Ministry.
The benefice is located in the stunningly beautiful North East corner of Hertfordshire. It is close to the borders of Bedfordshire to the West and Cambridgeshire to the East. London is some 42 miles to the south and Cambridge is 20 miles away. There are regular train services to London Kings Cross and Cambridge.
There are five churches in the Benefice, although the churches at Edworth and Caldecote are declared redundant but with an occasional service in the year.
St Mary's Church Ashwell is a fine, Grade I, church dating from the 14 Century. There is a 'Friends of St Mary's' who take a substantial responsibility for raising funds for the fabric. St Nicholas' church Hinxworth dates from the 14 Century with 18 Century restoration. St Vincent's church Newnham is a 12 Century building and contains interesting brasses and wall paintings.
The three village communities each have a distinctive identity but are committed to working together under the leadership of their parish priest. Ashwell is a natural centre with shops, school and community facilities. Housing is a mix of private and local authority. The church is a focus for concerts, drama and the annual Ashwell Music Festival. Hinxworth's population mainly works outside the village or commutes to London. There are some house-based small businesses and several farms. Newnham is a significant agricultural community and there are several commuters and retired people who live in the village.
Worship is eucharistically centred; vestments and reserved sacrament at Ashwell. The benefice has a strong musical tradition which is both a particular and a special feature. Lay people assist in worship reading lessons, leading intercessions and assisting with the distribution of Holy Communion.
The benefice maintains a parish office in Ashwell Rectory. Expenses are paid in full. The current Rectory is considered large and is certainly expensive to maintain both for the occupant and for the Diocese. An active search is underway for a suitable replacement.
This benefice offers:
i strong, supportive and active membership
i a positive attitude towards the church from the community
i good community facilities
i considerable artistic and musical talent
Future priorities include:
i more closer working together
i encouragement for youth and young families
i engagement with local schools
A priest is sought who will:
i be visible in the communities
i give priority to prayer and study
i be closely involved in any future pastoral reorganisation
i encourage the musical tradition across the benefice
i be supportive of children and young people
For further details write to:
The Venerable Trevor Jones, St Mary’s House, Church Lane, Stapleford, Herts, SG14 3NB
Fax: 01992 558745 e-mail: archdhert@stalbans.anglican.org
Closing date 17 June 2005
Interview dates 13/14 July 2005
Appointment to this position is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Criminal Records Bureau.
Salisbury Benefice of Monkton Farleigh, South Wraxell and Winley Priest in Charge
Electoral Roll – Winsley 122, South Wraxall 89 , Monkton Farleigh 27
The villages within the Benefice, comprising the parishes of Monkton Farleigh, South Wraxall and Winsley, form part of the Diocese of Salisbury and yet are located within a 7-8ml radius of the City of Bath and are therefore within easy access of it’s varied cultural, educational and sporting facilities (incl. the Bath University modern sports complex) as well as those of Bradford on Avon, home of The Wiltshire Music Centre. Travel by car between each village takes between 10 and 15 minutes.
The Benefice is part of the Bradford on Avon Deanery and there is a growing desire to strengthen contact and participation with other Churches
both within the Benefice and the Deanery, particularly those in the Bradford Group, and also other non -Anglican churches in the area.
The Priest in Charge is supported in his work within the Benefice by an NSM, two Lay Readers of post-retirement age, (a third Lay Reader is in training), 4 Lay Pastoral Assistants (Winsley) and a youth worker (Winsley) as well as by Lay participation within each Parish particularly in Sunday School and Youth work. There is a part-time Administrator and the office computer has recently been up – graded.
The vision and mission of each of the parishes are focused on growth through the building up of the spiritual knowledge and experience of existing church members which will in turn strengthen our programmes of outreach to both old and young within our communities - recognising that families and young adults, in particular, are the future witnesses for the Gospel within the Benefice and beyond. We are seeking a new Priest in Charge with the spiritual resource and inner personal strength to lead and direct this work within our communities and also to work with us to identify, nurture and guide through selection and training a new generation of priests, readers and lay pastoral assistants.
The Rectory, located in Winsley, is adjacent to St Nicholas Church with direct access to the Church through the Churchyard. The house was built in 1983 and provides good family accommodation with four bedrooms one of which has an en suite shower, a bathroom, a lounge, a dining room, a good sized kitchen with separate utility area and a study/ administration office. There is a pleasant, manageable garden and a separate double garage. The nearest primary school ,Winsley School (C of E) is a short walk from the Rectory while St Laurence School (C of E secondary) is c 1 ½ mls away in Bradford on Avon. There are two independent day schools in Bath and also three independent boarding/day schools each with a differing Christian foundation.
We are looking for a Priest who will actively engage spiritually and pastorally both with the worshippers and the wider village communities. Our new Priest will be someone who:-
§ Will provide Bible teaching as a guide to practical daily Christian living
§ Will give spiritual inspiration and guidance to those searching for faith in today’s world
§ Will encourage Bible study and prayer individually, collectively and in groups
§ Attracts young people and enjoys working with them
§ Is comfortable in churches which give a spiritual home to Christians of all
ages with diverse views
§ Will lead and co-ordinate pastoral care within the Benefice
§ Will encourage our pastoral team and the laity to use their gifts/skills for
God’s work in the parishes
§ Is a ‘team person’ able to work with clergy, readers and laity within the Benefice and with the clergy team within the Deanery
§ Has a heart for the task that awaits and the vision to see strategically and practically beyond
It would be an advantage for the Priest to have first hand experience of working with young people.
For further details please contact: The Ven John Wraw, Archdeacon of Wilts,
Southbroom House
London Rd, Devizes SN10 1LT (01380-729808)
Closing date for applications: Friday June 17 2005
CHAPLAINCIES
Canterbury Chaplain to the Bishop of Dover
The Bishop of Dover, in Canterbury is seeking to appoint a priest with pastoral, communication and administrative gifts to be his Chaplain.
This person will
v Be a key member of the Bishop’s personal staff team
v Assist the Bishop in his liturgical and wider ministry across the diocese and county
v Lead a team providing chaplaincy support for the Archbishop when he is in the diocese
v Act as Communications Officer for the Bishop and build a communications team for the diocese.
v Support the work of the Senior Staff in their strategic oversight of the diocese.
A detailed job description and application form can be downloaded from:
http://www.canterbury.anglican.org/vacancies/index.htm
Enhanced CRB disclosure required.
Closing date for return of application form: June 24, 2005
Interviews: July 14, 2005
Europe Christ Church Dusseldorf,, Germany
The Bishop and Church Society Trust seek to appoint a prayerful priest from January 2006, or soon after, to lead Christ Church’s diverse congregation in bible-based worship and outreach to international community in Dusseldorf and the surrounding area. Excellent ecumenical contacts.
Partially furnished accommodation, expenses of office, and full stipend.
Enchanced Disclosure required.
Further information and application form from:
The Assistant Diocesan Secretary, 14 Tufton Street, London. SW1P 3QZ
Telephone: 020 7898 1155
Email: Jeanne.French@europe.c-of-e.org.uk
Closing date: 30 September 2005; Shortlisting date 6 October 2005. Interviews: 27 October 2005.
Europe St Edmund’s Church, Oslo, Norway
The bishop seeks to appoint an experienced team-leader for the Chaplaincy of Norway. The priest will be based in Oslo but have overall responsibility for three other congregations served by a newly-appointed full-time assistant chaplain in Stavanger and one part-time assistant curate in Trondheim.
The congregation in Oslo is broad and inclusive, split between resident and temporary expatriates and with a substantial number of international and multi-denominational worshippers.
Large centrally placed, duplex flat, fully furnished, with garage, expenses of office and generous remuneration offered. Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, Norwegian is required.
Enhanced Disclosure required.
Further details and application form from:
Assistant Diocesan Secretary, 14 Tufton Street, London SW1P 3QZ
Email: jeanne.french@europe.c-of-e.org.uk
Closing date: 24 June 2005; Shortlisting date: 27 June 2005;
Interview date: 13 July 2005
Ipswich is the country town of Suffolk. There is gently rolling countryside and the nearby coastline is an area of outstanding natural beauty. The area is popular for outdoor pursuits including walking, bird watching and water sports. Cultural highlights include the Aldeburgh Festival and other concerts at Snape Concert Hall.
Ipswich is little over one hour from central London by train and has good road links in the Midlands. Housing is affordable, with a good quality of life and excellent choice of schools in both the public and private sectors.
We are one of the largest and busiest general hospitals in the east of England and have approximately 800 beds.
SW11 £25,709-£27,808 (subject to Agenda for Change)
Full-Time
Are you a Hospital Chaplain who would like to join our ecumenical team and make a difference at the Ipswich and St Clement’s Hospital sites?
You should be an ordained Priest in the Church of England or Roman Catholic Church or ordained Minster of a recognised member of the Free Churches. You will need proved experience in ministry and the ability to demonstrate either experience in, or the potential to be effective in a chaplaincy role.
This role involves working across two different trusts with an exciting interplay between the needs of patients, relatives, carers and staff in both acute and mental health situations.
We engender a supportive environment enabling our Chaplaincy team to work alongside people of diverse religious and cultural backgrounds and to meet their pastoral, religious and spiritual needs.
You should be a flexible team worker with excellent communication skills along with a lively interest in ecumenical and interfaith co-operation. You also need the ability to really empathise with diverse groups of people in pain (body, mind and spirit) and need.
To apply, please visit www.ipswichhospital.nhs.uk/jobs or recruitment@ipswichhospital.nhs.uk or call our 24-hour answer phone on 01473 702905 quoting reference 61/05
Closing date: 1 June 2005-05-18
A relocation package of up to £6,000 may be available in approved cases.
Our post s are subject o CRB checks.
Leicester Holy Trinity, Leicester – Associate Minister
Holy Trinity
Holy Trinity is an evangelical/charismatic Anglican Church in the heart of the City of Leicester. The congregational list has over 800 people and we have a salaried staff of 11. The Vicar, Roger Morgan, is seeking a senior colleague to assist him in the overall leadership. This post could be filled by a younger person whose next post would be as leader of a similar Church or an older person who would bring wisdom and guidance in a supportive role. Above average gifting and preaching is essential and the post will offer many opportunities.
The ministry of Holy Trinity is many sided and there is scope for the new Associate Minister to give leadership and direction in any aspect of the ministry with which he or she can engage enthusiastically. This includes cells, Alpha, Church planting, the development of a Church for the unchurched which we call "Questions", an expanding Schools ministry, students, counselling and prayer ministry, music, youth work, Muslim outreach, prison work, ministry to the homeless, retired people, healing ministries and outreach teams abroad especially in Africa.
Applications in writing marked “Confidential – Associate Minister” to:
Revd Roger Morgan, Holy Trinity Church, Turner St., Leicester LE16WY
A detailed job description may be obtained by emailng the Church at office@ht-leics.org.uk
Chichester St Michael and All Angels, Withyham with All Saints, Blackham
We are looking for a non-stipendiary, house for duty, Priest-in-Charge.
We are a flourishing Church community with an encouragingly large complement of
youngish parents, who bring their children to both family and "all age services". Our services
attract many worshippers from nearby towns and villages.
We look for a Priest with parochial and pastoral experience, which we regard as important
in this geographically strung out parish. We need one who will represent and encourage a
true sense of community and fellowship. Pastoral duties outside the Church will be as
important as priestly duties within.
Our style of worship at Withyham and Blackham is "middle of the road". It is founded
upon the Book of Common Prayer and the more traditional aspects of "Common Worship", although our family services follow a more modem pattern. We look for an incumbent who will maintain and uphold our tradition of worship.
It is important to retain and enhance the interest in the Church of the children upon whom
our family services pivot as they move into adolescence and young adulthood. We need a
Priest who will work towards achieving this objective.
Withyham is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty in East Sussex, close to the
Ashdown Forest and some six miles west of Tunbridge Wells. The Georgian rectory is
adjacent to St Michael’s church.
Please Contacts: Ian Watson Esq & His Honour John Gower
Churchwardens
Stables
Lye Green
or at
Portsmouth St Mary’s, Buriton, Hampshire
We are inviting applications for a House for Duty priest for a term of five years.
Buriton is a picturesque village, 3 miles south of the market town of Petersfield. It has a population of 741 and a thriving village primary school.
The Church itself is Norman and in good repair. There is a willing and enthusiastic team of lay people. The churchmanship is moderate. The accommodation is an attractive three bedroom house, within the village.
We would welcome applications from a male or female priest who is a good communicator an who will bring enthusiasm and commitment to the role, particularly encouraging us in a more outward looking focus.
For further details please apply to: Revd Giles Harris-Evans, Parish Office, Church Path, The Square, Petersfield. GU32 3HS. Telephone 0730 260213
Closing date: 10th June 2005.