The Bishop of Rochester seeks to appoint
Rector (full time) for the
Parish of St Peter & St Paul Aylesford
“A church united in wanting to grow in faith”
Are you a priest who longs to nurture faith, grow community, and lead a welcoming church with deep roots and big hopes for the future?
St Peter & St Paul, Aylesford, is prayerfully seeking a new priest to join us on our journey.
Set in the beautiful historic village of Aylesford on the River Medway, our church community is warm, friendly and diverse. We are a “non‑shush” church where all ages are welcome, where questions are encouraged, and where worship is both joyful and reverent.
Our Vision:
We recognise the opportunities ahead of us: expanding housing, growing families, and a wider community in need of hope, connection, and faith. We seek a priest who will help us reach new people, nurture discipleship, and continue making our church a place where all can belong.
What we offer:
* A supportive, active congregation eager to grow in faith.
* Strong lay leadership including Readers, an Anna Chaplain, and an excellent Administrator.
* A spacious, modern 4-bedroom vicarage in the village, within minutes of church.
* A parish with excellent transport links, outstanding countryside, good schools, and growing local population.
* A lively programme of worship, music, pastoral care, school links, and community events.
We are prayerfully seeking a Rector who will:
* Help us grow as disciples.
* Lead collaboratively, working with our dedicated lay ministers, PCC, and volunteers.
* Engage visibly in the community, building on outreach such as our Community Hub, Food Bank and Dementia Café.
* Value our heritage, while guiding us sensitively through change and growth.
* Support families and young people, nurturing our commitment to being an inclusive, intergenerational church.
Read the Parish Profile here: