Rector in the United Benefice of Killamarsh, St. Giles' and Renishaw, St. Matthew's

Introduction

Rector - United Benefice of St. Giles', Killamarsh & St. Matthew's, Renishaw

We are seeking an engaging, prayerful and hope-filled Rector who will:

• build confidence and strength in discipleship and numbers in these faithful, post-industrial church communities.
• revisit and review Mission Action Planning across the Benefice.
• explore new ways of being church in both communities, engaging with areas of higher social deprivation, seeking to reach young families particularly.
• continue to work closely with both St Giles’ CofE Primary School and local community Primary Schools, including developing schools-work in partnership with the neighbouring Parishes and being attentive to the Growing Faith agenda.
• develop a strategy for engaging with areas of new housing.
• re-engage with community stakeholders in ways that grow partnership and opportunity for the Gospel. 

The two Parishes have their own individual identities whilst also working together in some areas of mission and ministry. This latter aspect of church life would benefit from being strengthened.

The Benefice is situated on the northern edge of Derby Diocese, close to Sheffield.  With a rich mining and industrial heritage, many of the characteristics of post-industrial contexts are present here including areas of social deprivation alongside new housing development.

For more information about this post, please contact: Venerable Karen Hamblin, Archdeacon of East Derbyshire: karen.hamblin@derby.anglican.org

Please download the application form, profile and additional information below or at Vacancies - Diocese of Derby

Closing date for applications:  noon on Friday 25 April 2025

Interview date: Monday 19 May 2025

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