Support For Your Role
There are many recognised, formal roles for serving in our parishes. These positions may be paid, voluntary, lay or ordained…
There are many recognised, formal roles for serving in our parishes. These positions may be paid, voluntary, lay or ordained.
All the pages in this section describe the responsibilities of those roles, which may help you discern whether there is a particular type of ministry you feel called to.
If you’re already in one of the roles, these pages will also signpost you to support, useful information, resources, documents or contacts.
Explore each role using the side menu.
Find out more about Vocations
Have you ever wondered whether what you are currently doing with life is in fact what God wants you to…
Find out more about Clergy
This section supports all those in ordained ministry, or those who may feel called to it.
Find out more about Lay Ministers and Readers
Authorised Lay Ministers and Licensed Lay Ministers are vital roles, set apart to bring defined ministry support to their parish…
Find out more about Parish Safeguarding Officers
Parish Safeguarding Officers ensure are places of worship are inclusive and safe for all…
Find out more about Churchwardens
Churchwardens are vital lay leaders. They are the bishop’s lay officers in the parish and the leading representatives of the…
Find out more about PCC Secretaries
PCC Secretaries serve the church through an important ministry of practical administration
Find out more about PCC Treasurers
Support for PCC Treasurers as they look after the church’s trusted funds in support of its ministry, mission and for…
Find out more about Chaplaincy
Chaplains are people, lay and ordained, who are appointed by the Church to work in all kinds of places ‘beyond…
Find out more about Children’s and youth workers
Whether you are a voluntary leader or employed, our Growing Younger team wants to support you as you help the…
Find out more about Groups and Forums
Browse our groups and forums including the publicly accessible General Forum and more
Find out more about Bishop’s Visitors
Bishop’s Visitors support ordained ministers who face the high demands of public ministry
Find out more about Complaints Procedure
Advice on what to do if you have a complaint about a member of clergy or staff…