Associate Priest – Benefice of The Cookhams
The Archdeaconry of Berkshire
JOIN US IN SERVING A VIBRANT COMMUNITY
The Benefice of The Cookhams, comprising the parishes of Holy Trinity, Cookham and St John the Baptist, Cookham Dean, is seeking to appoint anAssociate Priest to join our ministry team.
We Are Looking For Someone Who Is:
* A creative and energetic leader, passionate about engaging with families, children, and the wider community.
* A competent and engaging preacher and communicator, able to inspire faith in people of all ages.
* Warm, approachable, and good-humoured, with a natural ability to connect with children and families.
* A sacramental and Eucharistic priest, who values both traditional liturgy and creative innovation in worship.
* Tech-savvy, able to enhance the benefice's online and social media presence to reach a broader audience.
What You’ll Find With Us:
* A blend of traditional and progressive approaches to worship, liturgy, and music, reflecting the life of our vibrant benefice.
* A growing ministry to families and children, including strong links to local primary schools and successful initiatives like Families@4 and Open the Book.
* A beautiful and popular place to live, offering excellent schools, a semi-rural setting, and easy access to London.
Key Information
This is a full-time role with housing provided by the diocese. St John’s House, an optional residence in Cookham Dean, is available as part of the appointment.
To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please contact:
Rev’d Stephen Mills, Vicar of The Cookhams
E: vicarofthecookhams@outlook.com
All appointments are subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check.
More details, including the parish profile, role and person specification please see below.
Closing date for Applications: Tuesday 28 January 2025
Interviews: Thursday 20 February 2025
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