We seek an experienced and imaginative priest with a pioneering heart and passion for justice who will love people and:
- Nurture existing church members in faith and discipleship
- Train up teams of volunteers to deliver events and projects
- Help the churches grow younger and reach out to a more diverse group of people forming new community partnerships and worshipping communities
- Sustain and develop our relationships with schools
- Authentically grow each church’s unique identity, theology, spirituality and worship tradition
- Be a visible presence in the community
- Oversee pastoral care being attentive to the needs of the elderly
- Support us in becoming financially sustainable, resilient and generous
- Work across parish boundaries within Glossopdale as part of the Growing Faith hub and supporting pioneering in Gamesley
- Support and resource churches across the diocese in climate justice and care for creation
We offer you a desirable 4 bedroomed home close to amenities but surrounded by incredibly beautiful countryside.
Enquiries to: Archdeacon of Derbyshire Peak and Dales, nicky.fenton@derby.anglican.org
For further information and to apply please use the links below:
Letter from the Bishop of Derby
Closing date: Noon, Friday 31st January 2025
Interview dates: Thursday 20th February 2025
