The Seven Sowers Benefice, near Taunton
(comprising the parishes of Beercrocombe with Curry Mallet, Hatch Beauchamp, Orchard Portman, Staple Fitzpaine, Stoke St Mary with Thurlbear and West Hatch)
is seeking a
STIPENDIARY FULL TIME RECTOR
To be someone who:
* Is able to share their faith with local people of all ages in the communities.
* Is able to seek out, encourage and utilise the talents and gifts of church members, bringing their own experiences to build on the work being done in the benefice.
* Enjoys the richness and variety of village life.
We can offer you:
* A friendly team of committed and dedicated people with diverse skill sets.
* The support of a paid children and families worker.
* Administrative support from a paid benefice administrator.
* A Curate, Lay Reader and Lay Worship Assistants.
* Excellent links with our three local primary schools.
* A spacious, modern, detached five-bedroom house in the beautiful village of Stoke St Mary, near Taunton.
* Supportive communities with lots of groups and activities.