We are six parishes on the lovely southern shore of the Solway where we believe that there is great potential for the church to be a reinvigorated asset within our village communities.

We are praying for a new priest who:

• Takes a central theological position and is able to embrace a range of practice and traditions in growing congregations.
• Understands rural ministry, and who can help us to be sustainable spiritually, practically, and financially.
• Has welcoming policies on open baptism, and on marriage, and who is inclusive in relation to diversity.
• Is keen to offer pastoral and cultural support to families, children, and our schools.
• Will lead pastoral care, and its oversight.
• Can be a leader and guide in lay ministry, a core element in our Benefice Plan.
• Is willing to be visible and active in all aspects of community life.
• Will respect parish identities whilst working with interdenominational partners, becoming a gentle unifying force in our communities and congregations.

This is a full-time stipendiary post (£30,912)

*This post is interim for 2 years in the first instance pending pastoral reorganisation – see profile for details.

For an informal conversation, please contact the Archdeacon via Bishop’s Office on 017687 73430.For more information (including profile and application form) please visit www.carlislediocese.org.uk/vacancies

Closing date: 12 September 2024

Interview date: 8 October 2024