The Church Electoral Roll is completely renewed every six years. 2025 is one of those years!

for 31 days, 9 hours

What is the Church Electoral Roll?
Every local Anglican church has to have one!
This is a formal list of those qualified to vote at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting where the elections take place for the Parochial Church Council (PCC) and parish representatives on the Deanery Synod.
In accordance with the Church Representation Rules, 2025 is a year in which an entirely new Church Electoral Roll must be prepared in advance of the Annual Parochial Church Meeting in every parish in the Church of England. This list, when compiled, must be published with names only, no other details, on the church noticeboard prior to the Annual Meeting.
Those entitled to have their names on this roll must be 16 years of age or over and they must reside in the relevant Parish or be regular worshipers in church whose roll they wish to join.
The Electoral Roll is completely renewed every six years, at which point all members have to re-apply for membership or else their names have to be deleted. By this means, the continuing validity and relevance of the roll is maintained. For your name to be entered on the Roll it will be necessary for you (or someone on your behalf) to complete a simple form.
This must be handed in to your local church representative.
Many people find that the renewal of the roll provides an opportunity to reaffirm their commitment to be part of their local church family.
However you don’t have to be on the roll to come to church!
Wherever you are on your journey, you will always be welcome at any of our churches.
The roll will have to be renewed this year in each one of the churches of the Mid-Trent Team.
Please contact any of our church wardens and they will be able to help and explain what you need to do.
Thank you.

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St. James the Less Church, Fradswell, Staffordshire.

The small church of St James the Less is a Grade II listed building with a chancel arch dating back to the thirteenth century. The chancel survives, but the main part of the church was rebuilt in 1764 and later enlarged in 1852. It is situated in the fairly isolated village of Fradswell, where agriculture and a strong connection with the land still plays a major role in the life of those living here. Think 'Far From the Madding Crowd'.
Our services are lay led by a local farmer on the 1st Sunday of every month at 10am, as those with cows to milk and livestock to tend find a regular time and date more convenient. Each service is followed by delicious home-made refreshments kindly donated by a member of our community. In addition, we host the Benefice 'Worship Together' Holy Communion Service every 5th month.
Our worship follows a Celtic theme and the influences of the changing seasons. Our music is full of exuberance and life and never fails to raise even the lowest of spirits; it stems from an older more traditional style which is sometimes referred to as the music the church lost.
Our worship style very much reflects our rural community; our Plough Sunday service, Mothering Sunday Service, Easter Day Dawn Service, Lambing Sunday and Harvest Festival are just a few examples.
Due to our remote location and style, Fradswell is unique within the Benefice. We are a rural community, once again becoming aware of itself; becoming aware of its spiritual identity and how important that is.
We look forward to welcoming absolutely everyone.....and their dog!

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Our Vicar is The Rev'd Vivienne Starkie

Associate Miniser The Rev'd Vivienne Starkie
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The Church Electoral Roll is completely renewed every six years. 2025 is one of those years!

for 31 days, 9 hours

What is the Church Electoral Roll?
Every local Anglican church has to have one!
This is a formal list of those qualified to vote at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting where the elections take place for the Parochial Church Council (PCC) and parish representatives on the Deanery Synod.
In accordance with the Church Representation Rules, 2025 is a year in which an entirely new Church Electoral Roll must be prepared in advance of the Annual Parochial Church Meeting in every parish in the Church of England. This list, when compiled, must be published with names only, no other details, on the church noticeboard prior to the Annual Meeting.
Those entitled to have their names on this roll must be 16 years of age or over and they must reside in the relevant Parish or be regular worshipers in church whose roll they wish to join.
The Electoral Roll is completely renewed every six years, at which point all members have to re-apply for membership or else their names have to be deleted. By this means, the continuing validity and relevance of the roll is maintained. For your name to be entered on the Roll it will be necessary for you (or someone on your behalf) to complete a simple form.
This must be handed in to your local church representative.
Many people find that the renewal of the roll provides an opportunity to reaffirm their commitment to be part of their local church family.
However you don’t have to be on the roll to come to church!
Wherever you are on your journey, you will always be welcome at any of our churches.
The roll will have to be renewed this year in each one of the churches of the Mid-Trent Team.
Please contact any of our church wardens and they will be able to help and explain what you need to do.
Thank you.

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Safeguarding

Our parish of St James the Less, Fradswell, is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Lichfield’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO, Mrs Laura McTaggart who can be contacted by phone on 07834 388140 or by email at [email protected], or alternatively, the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor whose details can be found by clicking on the button below. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

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