Rector of Aston-on-Trent, Elvaston, Weston-on-Trent and Shardlow, Barrow-upon-Trent with Twyford and Swarkestone
Are you an experienced leader with a passion for community engagement and collaborative ministry? We are seeking a Rector for seven rural churches in a beautiful area of South Derbyshire and someone who will:
* Thrive on connecting with local people and fostering relationships within and beyond the church.
* Be creative and open-minded, celebrating the deeply valued traditions of each parish whilst innovating new forms of mission and ministry.
* Lead inspirational worship focused on Jesus Christ that inspires the congregations to grow in faith and witness.
This role is ideal for someone ready to embrace the challenges and rewards of rural ministry, supported by dedicated churchwardens, volunteers, and engaged communities.
Specific Requirements:
* Be a community leader, identifying and nurturing community partnerships that serve our local contexts.
* Develop a coherent and sustainable Mission Action Plan for the whole benefice, drawing out the distinctive identity of each church.
* Grow a vision for extensive and missional engagement with schools in the benefice.
* Work collaboratively with PCCs and Archdeacon to develop a sustainable pattern of governance across the six parishes that release the churches for mission.
* Foster a culture of engagement with the deanery and diocese, resulting in deep participation in deanery life (Synod, Chapter) and generous giving to the Common Fund.
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Enquiries to: Venerable Matthew Trick, Archdeacon of Derby City and South Derbyshire .
Closing date for applications: Thursday 28th August 2025, by noon.
Interview date: Thursday 23rd September 2025