Rector of the Ford Group of Churches and Assistant Archdeacon
Work Terms:
Full Time
Application Deadline:
26th February, 2025
Interview Date:
18th March 2025
Work Terms:
Full Time
Job Details:
We are praying for a rector and colleague who will:
- Have a sound Biblical base, with a sympathetic and realistic view of Christianity’s place in the community and the world
- Lead in worship and mission, enabling those within the Group’s shared ministry to grow in ability and confidence and as leaders.
- Work collaboratively in the parishes and deanery
- Have a vision for growth and an ability to introduce new ways to encourage the further involvement of our schools, young people and families in the parishes
- Have an appreciation of the countryside and rural life and be able to respond to the new pastoral needs and opportunities that emerge as communities grow and develop.
- Want to grow and develop in their own gifts and leadership
- Under the delegated authority of the Archdeacon of Ludlow: take a lead in specific vacancy processes in the Ludlow Archdeaconry, conduct some Triennial Inspections, carry out some interim Ministerial Development Reviews, and work strategically with both the Archdeacon of Ludlow and the Archdeacon of Hereford to share good practice and co-ordinate property, fabric, finance, and mission planning matters across the diocese.
Please apply via Pathways
Closing date for applications is Wednesday 26th February 2025
Parish Visits will be on Monday 17th March 2025
Interviews will be on Tuesday 18th March 2025
If you have any questions, or would like to have an informal conversation about the post, please contact the Archdeacon of Ludlow, The Ven Dr Fiona Gibson - Fiona.Gibson@hereford.anglican.org or 01588 673571.
This post requires Enhanced DBS clearance.
Attachments: