The Hambleden Valley lies in the heart of the Chiltern Hills between Henley-on-Thames and Marlow. Our six churches serve distinct but closely connected villages, where worship, fellowship and pastoral care remain at the heart of daily life. You will live in a spacious 4-bed house in Turville at the foot of Windmill Hill, and join a team with a Rector, PTO clergy, administrative support and committed lay leaders.
We are looking for an Associate Priest who is:
- Faithful and prayerful, rooted in Scripture
- Happiest in rural ministry, delighting in seasons of both opportunity and challenge
- Organised, steadfast, collaborative
- Flexible and creative, at home in both traditional and informal worship
- An easy communicator and candid encourager
- Glad to walk alongside people of all faiths and none; those who are unsure and questioning
What we can offer:
- A warm and welcoming benefice community who have a tradition of loving their Priest well
- A wide variety of church life, from tractor blessings to established New Congregations
- A small and efficient clergy team led by the Rector
- Support from a paid administrator, a loving, active and well-resourced deanery, and countless helpful and conscientious villagers.
For more information please contact: Revd Canon Chris Bull, Associate Archdeacon of Buckingham on or 07481 343440.
Closing date for applications: TBC
Interviews: TBC
Enhanced DBS Disclosure required.
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Associate Priest (Hfd) For Hambleden Valley employer: The Church of England
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