Pastoral Vacancy

Baptist churches are free to choose and appoint their own ministers, so this is the journey we shall be undertaking following Martin’s departure.

We want to make sure we make the best appointment possible, and a minister and church need to be able to work well together, so the appointment process takes a while. Prospective ministers are usually engaged in a number of conversations, meetings, preaches and so on as we discern the right person to appoint. This process can take a long time; usually months for each candidate - perhaps even a couple of years overall.

In the meantime the church carries on regardless – there is nothing that a Baptist church cannot do without a minister (though in some areas the expertise and training an accredited minister receives is really helpful!). 

It’s likely that very little will change outwardly, our groups will still run, and you’ll still see representatives of the church engaged in the same activities. 

If you are the praying sort we would appreciate prayers as we undertake this process. Good vibes, friendly faces and encouraging comments are equally welcome!

Watch our pastoral vacancy video here:

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