Priest in Charge of Christ Church Consett & Team Rector Designate

The Acting Bishop of Durham invites applications for the position of Priest in Charge of Christ Church Consett, and Team Rector Designate of the new Derwent Valley Team.

This is an exciting new post in which the successful applicant will build a team of clergy and laity to serve Consett and the surrounding area; building a missional team vision, enabling that vision to be communicated and implemented across Christ Church Consett and the Derwent Valley Team, supporting the congregations and team in making that vision a reality,

The rectory is a detached house in a new housing estate in Consett, within easy reach of Christ Church and Consett Town Centre.

For more information or an informal conversation, please contact the Archdeacon of Durham: archdeacon.of.durham@durham.anglican.org Mobile: 07436 399917

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Bishop Sarah's Letter

Role Description / Person Specification

Application Form

Closing Date: 23 June 2025

Interview Date: 2 July 2025

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