Rector of the Condover Benefice (0.5) and Rural Church Missioner

Are you the person God is calling to be the next Rector of the Condover Benefice and Rural Church Missioner in the Condover Deanery?

The United Benefice of Condover, Ryton, Acton Burnell, Frodesley and Pitchford lies just 5 miles south of Shrewsbury and 7 miles north-east of Church Stretton and the Shropshire Hills Natural Landscape.  A rural setting that’s home to commuters, farmers, young families and retired people. 

We are praying for someone with the gifts, enthusiasm and calling to:

• Inspire us in mission and help us grow in faith.
• Help us develop our worship pattern and be more accessible to the wider community.
• Widen our appeal to younger families and children
• Nurture and develop the gifts and talents of lay people.
• Support the staff and children in the local primary school, helping them to flourish.
• Support smaller rural churches to develop clear missional plans for the future of every church community and building in the Deanery.

For further information, please contact: The Ven Dr Fiona Gibson

Fiona.Gibson@hereford.anglican.org or 01588 673571

There is an option of applying solely for the role of Rector as a standalone part-time 0.5 post.  If you would like to be considered on that basis, please clearly identify this on your application.

Please apply via Pathways

Closing date for applications is 27th October 2025

Parish visits will be on Monday 17th November 2025

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 18th November 2025

The parishes of the Condover Benefice are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.  All post holders are expected to share this commitment.

 All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-appointment checks, including Enhanced DBS with Barred Lists clearance.

We are committed to equal opportunities and diversity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified clergy.  As UKME/GMH individuals are currently under-represented within our Diocese we would particularly welcome applications from these candidates.