We are two benefices of rural churches centred around the thriving market town of Halesworth in beautiful NE Suffolk. We have one shared vision: to be “Church in Community and Community in Church”. Will you come and play your part in helping us to realise our vision?
We are praying for a priest who:
- Will lead our mission of community engagement
- Values our gently liberal, inclusive catholic tradition focused around the Eucharist
- Is a team player, encouraging, enabling and resourcing people to use their skills and ideas
- Has a pastoral, prayerful heart, nurturing and caring for all people and our environment
There is an active lay and ordained ministry team, supportive PCCs and a good four-bedroom house. Expenses are paid in full.
For an informal conversation please email Archdeacon Rich Henderson or call 01473 252829 | 07710 479497
The DBF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory DBS check.
The care and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults involved in church activities is the responsibility of the whole church. Everyone who participates in the life of the church has a role to play in promoting a Safer Church for all.
Safeguarding is an integral part of the mission and ministry of the church in this diocese and is in line with our Growing in God strategy. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
Enhanced DBS check will be required.
Closing date:10 October
Interview date: 21/22 October
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