Everyday faith events return for July
Calling all parishes in the deaneries of Birkenhead, Wallasey, Wirral North, Chadkirk, Stockport and Mottram. You are invited to register your parish for an event to learn more about how the local church can encourage people to live out their faith in everyday life.
Attendees at previous deanery meetings said they found the evenings to be helpful, informative, and... fun :)
07 July: Birkenhead, Wallasey and Wirral North REGISTRATION OPEN
18 July: Chadkirk, Stockport and Mottram REGISTRATION OPEN
Not sure what Everyday Faith is? Find out more here, including resources aimed at helping individuals and churches.
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How churches celebrated the Jubilee
It's estimated that over 1000 churches celebrated the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. In our diocese, churches were at the heart of the community celebrations through song, dance, and cake. We feature just a few here.
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Warden of Pastoral Workers and Readers retires
The Revd Canon Vivien Gisby is soon to retire from her dual role as Warden of Pastoral Workers and Warden of Readers, positions that she has held for ten years and five years respectively.
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Remembering the Falklands War
Some churches around the country and parts of the Diocese of Chester will lead services to remember the Falklands War later this month. The 40th anniversary of the end of the conflict falls on the 20th June.
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Pray for our ordinands
Please hold in your prayers all those who are due to priested at 4pm on Saturday 18 June at Chester Cathedral. They are:
Peter Bennett
Jim Britcliffe
Anna Cerval-Pena
Jill Elston
Jonny Frost
Dan Harris
Chris Jones
Vanessa Layfield
Ricky Montgomery
Jennie Prince
Holly Torr
Katie Wade
For more information and a link to the live stream, click here.
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The Journey: Diocese Youth Weekend Away: Friday 8 – Sunday 10 July
The Diocese of Chester is pleased to announce: ‘The Journey’, our new Weekend Youth Residential at Foxhill House and Woodlands. The Journey is specifically designed for young people in school years 7-12 and costs just £50 per person to attend. It’s a time for young people to gather with others who share similar beliefs and outlooks on life. The theme this year is 'Hope'. It’s the perfect place for young people to build stronger relationships and spend time with their youth group and leaders. Young people attending, must be accompanied by leaders from their church. Places are limited, and must be booked via Hannah Jones. hannah.jones@chester.anglican.org
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Retirement Preparation Conference, 27 – 29 September 2022
Organised by Scargill House, this is for clergy preparing for retirement. There are also places for clergy spouses. The aim of the conference is to provide information about the transition to retirement covering the very practical matters of health, housing, pension, tax and so on. There is also the opportunity to look at ways of developing a positive approach to retirement from full-time ministry and what vocation can mean in this context. Conference costs will be borne by the diocese. Please contact Jane Hood for a booking form.
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Archdeacons' Visitation News
The annual Archdeacons' Visitation News is now available. Archdeacons, Mike and Ian are looking forward to welcoming all Churchwardens to a Visitation Service during the month of June. You can find all of the service details here. Churchwardens may also like to know about the 'Churchwardens England' Facebook group. Specifically set up for Church of England churchwardens, it has now grown to a community of 1300 members.
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Funding for security measurers at your church
The Home Office have launched a Places of Worship (POW): Protective Security Funding Scheme to enhance their security. The funding is specifically for places of worship vulnerable to hate crime and is there to fund protective security measures, such as CCTV, secure fencing, and intruder alarms. Applications should be submitted before 14 July.
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Fundraising for capital repairs
Ecclesiastical will be hosting a webinar on 16 June from 2-3.30pm on fundraising for church capital projects to help churches navigate through the process of fundraising for capital projects. It will cover planning the project, engaging with and identifying community need, finding donors and writing the case for support. Registrations are now open
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10-12 June 2022 - Foxhill, Frodsham
A weekend retreat offering spiritual refreshment with ReSource. Reflect on what it is to hear God’s call; and discern where and how the Spirit is calling you to be a blessing to others.
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List your events on our website
DID YOU KNOW: You can list your church events on our website by filling in a simple form. Once it has been approved it will be published on our Event calendar page for all to see.
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13 June - St Thomas Church, Ellesmere Port
Share experiences and ideas, particularly about training and encouraging lay people in disadvantaged areas.
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15 June 2022 - Foxhill, Frodsham
Bread for the Journey: An opportunity to listen to God and to find sustenance in prayer and Scripture for the next stage in the journey. About this event An opportunity to step out of our usual routines, to enjoy the quiet and beautiful surroundings of Foxhill and to explore praying with Scripture.
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20 June 2022 - Foxhill, Frodsham
A day for line managers and paid youth, children and families’ leaders. Come and reflect on your ministries together. There will be time for individual reflection as well as conversation in a pair or group with those from your parish.
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23 June 2022- Foxhill, Frodsham
By Still Waters: A day to be still before God and find rest, even in the busyness of life. This day is for anyone who would value setting time apart to be still before God, and to come away and be refreshed in these beautiful surroundings.
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25 June 2022 - Online
This two-hour course will explore and reflect upon the safeguarding dimensions involved in the ministry of those who hold PTO, but whose role does not meet the leadership pathway training criteria.
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30 June 2022 - Online
This four session course is designed for those who are exploring or already involved in leading worship in church, but are not ordained or Readers.
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05 July 2022 - Foxhill, Frodsham
Find out how churches can work with church schools to develop spirituality. Aimed primarily at schools, this morning will equip you to support your local school more effectively.
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05 July 2022 - Foxhill, Frodsham
This is an opportunity for churches and schools to come along together to find out how they can collaborate to run effective prayer spaces.
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Parish Vacancies
If your parish has a vacancy, please let us know so that we can advertise the role on our website. Just email your vacancy to stephen.freeman@chester.anglican.org. Please remember to include all relevant information about the role, such as contact details and closing date.
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St Paul’s Hooton
We are seeking a full-time incumbent for this busy and welcoming Wirral parish. The church tradition is central. There is a desire to reach out to younger generations, building on good existing children’s work and strong links with the church school. A good modern vicarage is provided.
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Burton, St Nicholas & Shotwick, St Michael
We are seeking an incumbent for this united benefice of two parishes in a beautiful part of the Wirral, with a total population of just over 1,000. There is a common desire across both parishes to reach out to younger generations, building on good existing children’s work and links with the church school.
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Willaston
We are seeking a part-time priest-in-charge offering Sunday duties plus three days per week for this small benefice (population 2,600) in an attractive part of the Wirral. There is a desire to reach out to younger generations, building on good existing children’s work and strong links with the church school.
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Crowton Christ Church C.E. Primary
The post will be a fixed term position starting 1st September 2022 and ending 28th November 2022, for 3 days per week (0.6) with teaching days Monday, Tuesday and Friday. Salary is M3 £29371 per annum, pro-rata.
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Guilden Sutton C of E Primary
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented practitioner who is eager to join our happy and hard-working team. The successful candidate must be a highly motivated person, with a flair for teaching creatively, who is committed to achieving the highest standards for all pupils.
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St Michael’s, Chester
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Youth Worker who will coordinate the work amongst Young people and Young adults in building up their faith in Jesus Christ.
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