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Rector (0.5FTE) of Hoole St Michael
Vacancy Reference cofe/TP/70992/8019
Number of Positions:
1
Contract Type:
Office Holder
Salary/Stipend:
£15,185.50
Location:
Much Hoole
Closing Date:
27/02/2025
Vacancy Category:
Clergy: Incumbent / Priest in Charge
Business Unit:
Diocese of Blackburn
Organizational Unit:
Church Commissioners
Introduction
We are looking for an enthusiastic Rector who can build on the growth we have experienced in recent years, and lead us in discipleship, including in personal prayer, deepening of knowledge and faith through Bible teaching, and in giving generously. This post is being advertised as 0.50 FTE, which we hope will allow the successful applicant to work flexibly around a core commitment to St Michael’s.
The Parish of Hoole, consisting of Much Hoole, Little Hoole and parts of Walmer Bridge, is a welcoming community within an established semi-rural setting. We hope our Rector will live in the Rectory, which is centrally located.
St Michael's is a small, beautiful church in the semi-rural village of Much Hoole. The area is well located and a sought after place to live. Hoole is well connected to the local transport network in South Ribble. Preston, about seven miles to the north, is on the west coast trainline, and there is good access to the M61, M65 and M6 and it is easy to reach attractive countryside and coastal areas.
Our Vision
The PCC are wholly committed to, and have consistently ensured that their plans and actions are in accordance with, the Diocesan Vision 2026 and the strapline of Hoole St Michael’s ‘to know Christ and make Him known’.
We are looking for a priest who:
- will lead us in discipleship, including in personal prayer, deepening of knowledge and faith through Bible teaching, and in giving generously
- will be visible and active in the community
- Is a leader and willing to work as part of a team and who will support and encourage the ministries of our part time Curate, part time Children and Young People’s Minister, and Occasional Preacher.
- Is willing to delegate, has good communication and listening skills, and is able to relate to people of all ages - churchgoers and non-churchgoers alike.
Closing date: 27th February 2025
Interviews will be held on: 20th March 2025
For an informal conversation about the post, please contact Area Dean, The Revd Andy Meeson
The Diocese of Blackburn believes that diversity enables us to thrive and develop and is committed to race equality, welcoming applications from UK Minority Ethnic/ Global Majority Heritage backgrounds
The Diocese of Blackburn is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
For information about Blackburn diocese please follow this link https://jobs.churchofengland.org/blackburn/vision-2026/
For information on making an application through Pathways please follow this link https://jobs.churchofengland.org/HELP/candidate-faq/
