We are a newly joined-together group of six parishes with seven beautiful churches in rural mid Somerset. We are now seeking a Priest-in-Charge to lead us as we enter this exciting new phase of our church lives together.
We offer:
• A supportive team of Churchwardens, an active retired Priest with PTO, a Reader and 5 Lay Worship Assistants;
• Committed lay people who are used to being responsible for their church buildings and church life;
• A four-bedroomed rectory in Pilton, situated in the middle of the benefice, with good links to surrounding towns and villages.
We are praying for our Priest to:
• Be a prayerful, godly leader;
• Be a caring link across our communities especially with schools, local groups and the organisers of the annual Glastonbury Festival, which is on our doorstep;
• Be a good organiser, bringing insight and enthusiasm to the continuing task of working together as one benefice;
• Be an experienced team leader, able to delegate, and to identify and develop the ministry of others;
• Be an enabler of creative patterns of worship.
We look forward to receiving your application and to working with you in due course.
For full details and an application pack, please telephone or email The PA to the Archdeacon of Wells An enhanced DBS disclosure is required.
Notable dates
Closing date for applications: 6 March 2025 at 12 noon
Visit and interviews: 7/8 April 2025