Priest in Charge
About the role
The Bishop of Gloucester seeks to appoint a Priest in Charge who will work in this creative, collaborative, semi-rural Benefice, set between Cheltenham and Gloucester. This Benefice is our first to set up a Joint Council and it works very well in supporting ministry in each local context, whilst living shared mission.
We are looking for someone who will:
- share our excitement for the future and lead us forward
- collaborate with us around our priorities of enriching worship, embracing mission and outreach and embedding Eco-Church
- help us put children and young people at the centre of all we do – especially building relationships with our schools and Sportily
- work with a diversity of context and worship, helping to grow a culture of openness and welcome
The Benefice Vision statement is:
‘Connecting people to God and one another
through the transforming love of Jesus’.
For an informal discussion call Katrina Scott, Archdeacon of Cheltenham, on 07484 967570
Applications to Sue Strawbridge, Archdeacon’s PA, at ku.gro.coidsolg@egdirbwartSS by 9am on Wednesday 23 rd September 2026
Interviews will be held on Friday 16 th October 2026
The Diocese of Gloucester is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All are expected to share this commitment.
All appointments are subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check
Seven Towers Profile August 2026
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