RECTOR

Benefice of Long Ashton with Barrow Gurney and Flax Bourton

Are you funny, peaceful, imaginative, enthusiastic and environmentally friendly? Can you let us ring the bells, make church exciting? Can you make Jesus come back?

That’s what some of our children said when asked what they would like from our new Rector!

We are looking for someone who…

Is creative in their thinking, who can reach out and develop our work across all generations

Is able to lead our ministry team and inspire our three parishes, building a mission-centred benefice out of the energy and enthusiasm of our individual parishes

Can communicate the gospel with imagination and understanding, and be a visible presence in our communities

Is comfortable with a diversity of worship and expressions of faith.

What we offer

A Benefice comprised of three villages set in countryside on the SW outskirts of the vibrant city of Bristol

Lively, active communities, embracing both farmers and commuters

An established ministry team – clergy, readers and lay

An opportunity to grow in this post, to meet with God in new and surprising ways, and to enjoy the challenge with the support and care of the communities that you will serve.

Benefice Profile, Role Description and application pack available from:

Mrs Denise Blake, PA to The Archdeacon of Bath

01225 873609 or [email protected]

Closing date for applications:…..

Interviews: 26 & 27 November 2019

An enhanced DBS disclosure is required