Priest in Charge
St Paul with St Luke, Tranmere
Full Time
We are seeking a priest to minister to this committed urban parish of Anglo-Catholic tradition, located in the heart of a community in Birkenhead, who will enable ministry among a significant South Indian community in the area. It is a parish of some economic disadvantage, with a strong sense of identity and a history of appreciating the church’s ministry. A well-appointed vicarage is provided.
The parish is seeking an incumbent who will:
• Maintain our Anglo-Catholic tradition and help us to grow spiritually.
• Enable the new parts of our congregation to flourish, connecting with South Indian community groups.
• Use their experience of enabling churches, chaplaincies, or schools to engage missionally with diaspora communities.
• Be theologically open and encourage a lively and questioning faith.
• Help and lead us in growing our outreach in our community, using the links already in place with our community and with our primary schools.
• Play a wider role in the diocese, supporting the work of the Racial Justice Officer
• Foster a good safeguarding culture within the parish.
Closing date for applications: 1 June
Interviews: 2 July
Note:
In recent years, the parish has been unable to meet its parish share, and for that reason has been served by part-time priests. However, in order to encourage growth, the diocese is committing to a full-time post at this appointment. This will be for an initial period of three years, following which, provided progress is being made towards long-term viability, the diocese would envisage being able to renew the post for a further period.
Prospective applicants are welcome to discuss this post with:
The Archdeacon of Chester, the Ven Dr Michael Gilbertson
Tel: 01928 643441
Email: michael.gilbertson@chester.anglican.org
Please note: The Diocese of Chester will not shortlist candidates unless they can provide an assurance of up-to-date safeguarding training and a valid DBS check for their current post.