Priest-in-Charge, St Martin Knowle, Bristol

Introduction

Priest-in-Charge, St Martin Knowle, BristolA single church benefice in South Bristol, with easy access to both the city centre and countryside.

Our thriving and growing church seeks to be a beacon of God’s love and light in our local community, which is a mixed urban parish of 8000 people.

We hope that you will be:

Grounded in a lively, infectious faith in Jesus

Able to flourish in our eucharistic tradition and open to developing other expressions of worship

An enthusiastic leader, able to work collaboratively with lay and ordained colleagues

Keen to strengthen our community links to further the Kingdom of God

Experienced in developing discipleship pathways, including for younger generations

We can offer:

A friendly, inclusive, mixed-aged church community

Engaged Church Officers, an active Ministry Team and part-time paid administrator

Teams undertaking pastoral care and other areas of ministry

Good connection with our local school

Strong collaboration with the Deanery and Diocese

A spacious four bedroomed vicarage, adjacent to the church

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For an informal conversation: Christopher Bryan, Archdeacon of Malmesbury please email christopher.bryan@bristoldiocese.org

Parish profile: Clergy vacancies - Diocese of Bristol

Closes: 11:59pm 28 April 2025

Interviews: 2&3 June 2025

Those with disabilities or those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented in our diocese, so we particularly encourage applications from Clergy in these groups.

The Diocese of Bristol is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment. 

All appointments are subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check.