Come and help us be here for everyone.
The Bishops Lydeard Benefice lies on the edge of the Quantock hills with the West Somerset Railway running through it. It is within easy reach of Taunton and comprises five parishes that are mainly rural, though additional housing is being built in one area.
We will welcome and support a Rector who will
• inspire people of all ages to know God and to grow in faith;
• offer collaborative leadership and a clear vision for the Benefice that is also mindful of different communities and traditions;
• take an active and creative role in the life of our villages;
• strengthen links with our schools;
• support the personal and vocational development of our current lay ministry and encourage new people in a spirit of shared local ministry.
A part-time administrative assistant to the Rector will be employed to work from the parish office in St Mary’s Church Centre in Bishops Lydeard, precise details to be agreed.
For more details and an application pack, please contact Simon Hill, Archdeacon of Taunton by email or by phoning
Notable dates
Applications to be received by 12 July 2024
Visits and interviews: 28/29 July 2024