Full-time Priest in Charge, St Paul with St Luke, Tranmere

Introduction

Priest in Charge

St Paul with St Luke, Tranmere

Full Time

We are seeking a priest to minister to this committed urban parish of Anglo-Catholic tradition, located in the heart of a community in Birkenhead, who will enable ministry among a significant South Indian community in the area. It is a parish of some economic disadvantage, with a strong sense of identity and a history of appreciating the church’s ministry.  A well-appointed vicarage is provided. 

The parish is seeking an incumbent who will:

•    Maintain our Anglo-Catholic tradition and help us to grow spiritually.

•    Enable the new parts of our congregation to flourish, connecting with South Indian community groups.

•    Use their experience of enabling churches, chaplaincies, or schools to engage missionally with diaspora communities.

•    Be theologically open and encourage a lively and questioning faith.

•    Help and lead us in growing our outreach in our community, using the links already in place with our community and with our primary schools. 

•    Play a wider role in the diocese, supporting the work of the Racial Justice Officer

•    Foster a good safeguarding culture within the parish. 

Closing date for applications:        1 June             

Interviews:                                        2 July                

Note:

In recent years, the parish has been unable to meet its parish share, and for that reason has been served by part-time priests. However, in order to encourage growth, the diocese is committing to a full-time post at this appointment. This will be for an initial period of three years, following which, provided progress is being made towards long-term viability, the diocese would envisage being able to renew the post for a further period. 

Prospective applicants are welcome to discuss this post with: 

The Archdeacon of Chester, the Ven Dr Michael Gilbertson     

Tel: 01928 643441

Email: michael.gilbertson@chester.anglican.org 

Please apply using the Diocese of Chester application form via the following link:

Full-time Priest in Charge St Paul with St Luke, Tranmere

Please note: The Diocese of Chester will not shortlist candidates unless they can provide an assurance of up-to-date safeguarding training and a valid DBS check for their current post.