Priest in Charge
Colchester | Diocese of Chelmsford
We seek a prayerful, collaborative and mission-minded priest to lead our churches in worship, discipleship and growth, helping us deepen prayer and share the good news of Jesus Christ with confidence, energy and hope.
We are looking for a priest who will:
- lead generously and encourage shared ministry and mission;
- offer thoughtful and insightful Bible-based teaching and preaching;
- help us deepen in prayer and discipleship and grow in our vocations;
- strengthen and develop engagement with schools, children, young people and families, and reach out to those in areas of new housing
- cherish and value varied worship styles across the villages
- bring integrity, warmth, joy and courage to the benefice.
We offer you:
- a warm welcome and prayerful support and encouragement
- a gifted team of lay ministers and our SSM Associate Priest (designate)
- administrative support and active and able PCCs
- beautiful countryside, excellent transport links and a lovely vicarage
This is an exciting opportunity for a prayerful and encouraging priest to help us build on existing strengths and lead the next stage of mission and ministry. We would be delighted to hear from you if you feel called to serve our communities and help our churches grow in faithful witness.
Apply, or Find Out More
If you feel called to this role, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation or to request an application form, please contact the Archdeacon of Stansted’s office on 01376 563357 or email astansted@chelmsford.anglican.org
The Diocese of Chelmsford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to acceptable pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory appropriate level of DBS check.
Key dates:
- Application deadline: Sunday 1st November
- Parish Tours & Interview: Thursday 26th & Friday 27th November
