Thursday 20 January 2022
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We are looking for an energetic, prayerful priest with a mature spirituality to assist the Rector, wardens and PCC in exploring the meaning of Christ’s gospel in this complex environment as we make our way through the pandemic.
We are seeking an incumbent for this united benefice of two parishes in a beautiful part of rural Cheshire, with a total population of around 4,000. There are three churches (St Oswald Malpas, St John Threapwood and Holy Trinity Bickerton). The parishes are of central tradition. There are strong community links and several schools, including a church school. A good modern rectory is provided.
St. Andrew’s Church, Goldsworth Park is a welcoming, evangelical church situated in the heart of a housing estate in Surrey, with great transport links to London and elsewhere.
We are seeking a 0.5 Interim Minister, as a 3 Year renewable position, to come and join our vibrant, caring and worshipful community to lead us in our worship, mission and spiritual lives.
Following a major restoration of the church’s historic 4-manual Organ by Mander Organs, and the acquisition of a fine chamber organ, a new organ scholarship has been established worth £3,000 pa, starting September 2022.
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