The day to day running of our many beautiful churches and parishes requires good administration and support from an army of volunteers and paid officers. The resources in this section are for Clergy, Churchwardens, PCC Secretaries, Treasurers, and other parish officers who support the PCC (Parochial Church Council) to manage the daily operations and annual reporting requirements, and compliance obligations of leading a parish or church in the Church of England.
There’s guidance on church finances, safeguarding, or governance best practices, as well as details on how to improve your energy efficiency or where to buy parish resources.
The resources are laid out to help you remain compliant while focusing on worship, fellowship, engaging with and serving your communities. If you cannot find the support or advice in this section, you can contact the diocesan support team for advice and information.
Find out more about Safeguarding
Information on safeguarding, how to report an incident and useful contacts.
Find out more about Generous Giving
Information and guidance on exploring the ways in which we can learn to grow generous churches and communities
Find out more about Finance
The finance section provides guidance, resources, and tools to help parishes manage money wisely and support ministry, covering clergy finance…
Find out more about Property
Guidance and Advice Churchyards and memorials Quinquennial Inspections Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC) Faculty consent and the Registry A Guide to…
Find out more about Communications
Guidance on how to market, advertise your church, manage media and more
Find out more about Mission and Ministry
Information for all lay and ordained ministers
Find out more about Managing Your Church
Useful resources and guidance for Churchwardens, PCC Treasurers, PCC Secretaries and Church Officers.
Find out more about Information and Support for Clergy
Advice on running a parish, training and ministry development.
Find out more about Wellbeing Advice and Support
Caring for clergy and lay leaders – useful resources and information.