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Rector, Stanground and Farcet (held in plurality with Fletton), Cambridge
Client:
Diocese of Ely
Location:
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
7
Posted:
12.08.2025
Expiry Date:
26.09.2025
Job Description:
Rector of Stanground and Farcet (held in plurality with Fletton) – changing lives in 3 parishes in Peterborough
The role as our Rector is significant, caring for the people and growing the mission of these parishes south of the river Nene, in the Diocese of Ely. You will help us reach a growing population in a vibrant city with a rich history.
We offer:
* 4 warm-hearted, diverse congregations seeking growth
* a strong ministry team committed to service
* stable finances, well managed
* a paid administrator (20 hrs per week)
* legacy of community work via our charity, Mary's Child
* strong links with local schools
* a modern, recently upgraded rectory
Our Vision:
* To be four congregations working together for the common good
* To serve a population of 35,000 south of Peterborough
* To increase and diversify our congregations
* To reach new housing developments
* To enhance our congregations' skills to fulfill our mission
* To share our gifts to make a bigger impact for Christ
We seek a priest & leader who is:
* a Spirit-filled team builder seeking God's vision
* a bold, Bible-believing leader and proclaimer
* driven by a loving pastoral heart
* forward-thinking in mission and leadership
* experienced in developing healthy teams
* able to balance community visibility with enabling others
* trustworthy and able to connect with diverse communities
* self-starting, resilient, courageous, hospitable
About the Diocese of Ely:
* Stretching from Cambridge to Peterborough and West Norfolk, home to 3/4 million people, rising to 1 million in 15 years
* An area of academic, business, and agricultural excellence, with pockets of poverty
* Rich in diversity, with strong churches and opportunities for growth
* Stable finances, good housing, supportive colleagues, and a focus on lay development
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