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Rector of Castor Benefice

Vacancy Reference cofe/TP/133267/10181

Number of Positions:
1
Contract Type:
Office Holder
Salary/Stipend:
Location:
Oakham Archdeaconry
Closing Date:
27/05/2026
Vacancy Category:
Clergy: Incumbent / Priest in Charge
Business Unit:
Diocese of Peterborough
Organizational Unit:
Church Commissioners

Introduction

A well-established rural benefice with Castor, St Kynaburgh’s, at its heart. Rooted in the Liberal Catholic tradition, with Eucharistic worship, strong pastoral care, and a clear commitment to inclusive and welcoming ministry. 


We offer:

  • Thriving congregation with a lively choral tradition
  • Strong lay involvement
  • A commitment to children, families and schools
  • Voluntary children’s worker, retired assistant priest

We are seeking a priest who:

  • leads collaboratively
  • nurtures faith across all ages
  • is a visible pastoral presence within village life.


The benefice lies just west of Peterborough, offering the best of rural village life with excellent transport links, including fast rail connections to London.


Informal enquiries: The Ven. Alison Booker, Archdeacon of Oakham: archdeacon.oakham@peterborough-diocese.org.uk

Applications by: Wednesday 27 May, 12pm (preferred from our website)

Interviews: Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 June

Further details and application information: www.peterborough-diocese.org.uk/vacancies2

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