Rector of the Stalham and Smallburgh benefices

Two benefices held in plurality in the north-east of Norfolk, at the top of the Broads National Park and with easy access to Norwich.  Between them the two benefices extend roughly seven miles east to west and five miles north to south. Both benefices have separate and distinctive identities, but share a friendly co-existence and are blessed with a shared ministry team which offers excellent support.  We believe that with careful organisation and the best use of our resources, much can be achieved in the coming years.

What we are looking for together

Our two benefices hope, together in common, that our new Rector will

• lead and help the congregations (and others) in their spiritual journey through life;

• promote and lead the Church’s engagement with community activities and organisations;

• develop effective relationships with all age groups;

• value the opportunities presented by rural ministry to build Christian fellowship in our parishes;

• work ecumenically with the various denominations in our benefices;

• be comfortable and confident leading worship using both modern and traditional liturgies within a mainstream Anglican culture;

• work collegially with a team of ordained and lay colleagues;

• be personable and approachable.

What we can offer together

• opportunities to engage local communities with a revived Christian message;

• a peaceful and pleasant part of the country in which to live and work;

• good schools for all ages;

• full commitment to the Covenant for Clergy Care and Wellbeing;

• an experienced, enthusiastic and dedicated Ministry Team that is looking forward to the leadership and opportunities that a new Rector can bring;

• a dedicated team of churchwardens;

• effective administrative and ministry support, including possible volunteer administrative help if requested;

• a harmonious working relationship between the two benefices;

• the opportunity to work in a supportive, forward-looking diocese