Priest-in-Charge for the Benefice of Datchet, Eton with Eton Wick, Boveney and Dorney

Introduction

• Is Christ-centred, able to demonstrate insight and wisdom in discernment of God’s word, and is prayerful for the good of self and others. 
  
  
• Has a broad experience of life, empathy, compassion and good interpersonal skills. 
  
  
• Is proven to work collaboratively  and demonstrates a commitment to and delivery of church growth, growing disciples of all ages, and reaching out to the communities.
  
  
• Is able to foster a climate of encouragement and affirmation for all, facilitating others to  come to know, grow and develop their particular ministry and gifts, 
         
• Is eager to work with and encourage lay involvement, to further develop relationships with the schools, both primary and secondary, that are a key aspect of the communities.
  
  
• Is keen to develop a Vision for the Benefice enabling each parish to identify their own unique role and contribution to the whole.
  
  
• Has a strong understanding of, and commitment to, Safeguarding

• Church family across the benefice committed to living Christ’s Commandment and sharing the Word of God, and keen to work collaboratively.   
  
  
• An openness and keenness to engage in new and innovative ways of expanding our ministry growing and grow both as churches and Benefice. 
  
  
• A rare opportunity to develop a new sense of  serving Christ, ‘Being Church’ as we travel together forming the identity and practice of the new Benefice.