The vibrant parishes of Edwinstowe, Clipstone and Perlethorpe are looking for a visionary leader who will lead us into the next season of ministry in our communities. To this end, we are looking for someone who will help us grow spiritually and numerically and foster a pattern of shared leadership.

The Diocese is seeking to invest in a full-time post for The Churches of Sherwood Forest with the expectation that the priorities, set within the framework of the diocesan vision to grow disciples wider, younger and deeper, will be met. Among the priorities for the role will be to establish new worshiping communities with diverse and creative styles to reach those not yet engaging with the church.

Closing date 31 May 2023 / Interview date: 28 June 2023

Lead us | Love us | Laugh with us

Help us show the transforming power of God

The Churches of Sherwood Forest are made up of three parishes serving different contexts – 2 post-mining villages, and a large farm estate. All have good links with their respective communities.

We are looking for someone who is humble and hopeful in their leadership and who will work with volunteers to engage with the opportunities that are present in our parishes.

If you feel you have the gifts and passion to offer to this role, then do be in touch.

Visit our website https://churchesofsherwood.org/

The parishes, deanery and diocese are looking to appoint a person who has:

● A personal devotion to the Lord reflected and rooted in prayer

● A vision for, commitment to, and experience of, evangelism and church growth across all ages,

● An aptitude, experience and gifts in exercising strategic leadership, especially towards vision and implementing plans for growth

● An appreciation of the eucharistic tradition nourishing mission in, and service to, the parish

● Excellent relational gifts, emotional intelligence, tenacity and resilience,

● The ability to discern, develop and deploy the gifts of others in mission and ministry

● The capacity for working collaboratively to build and sustain life-giving teams,

● The ability to lead, enjoy and instigate a variety of worship and musical styles, including contemporary expressions.

● A commitment to, and expertise for, engaging biblical teaching and whole-life discipleship

● The ability to relate to, and inspire, children, young people and young families

● The capacity to see new missional opportunities and implement them

The post holder will be:

● A visionary leader able to motivate and foster a pattern of shared leadership

● Humble and hopeful - open to learn and grow in faith and ministry

● Willing to coach and mentor

● Friendly, approachable with a sense of humour and full of love for God and people

● Welcoming to all people wherever they are in life, and whatever their needs and means

Please see the attached Parish Statement.