Welcome to the Diocese of

The is a family of 600 churches and 127 schools and academies in 470 parishes. It covers the area of the stretching from the Humber to the Tees and the A1 to the coast.

We have a vision to be Generous Churches Making and Nurturing Disciples.

“We will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.” Ephesians 4:14 & 15

As a Diocese, we want to see our churches and schools making disciples of all ages. We want to see mutual resourcing to build up the Body of Christ, to grow in five areas: • Christ-likeness • Commitment • Partnership • Influence • Numbers

We hope these pages will give you a good idea of what it might be like to live and work in the Diocese of York. Who’s who Our Diocesan is the Archbishop of The Very Revd [4] became York, the Most Revd and Right Hon Dr John Dean of on 1st December Sentamu [Picture 1 below]. Archbishop 2012. She began cathedral ministry in 1990 Sentamu came to the as Chaplain at Gloucester Cathedral where having grown up in rural Uganda. He spent she married Michael, a Physician, and where six years as Bishop for Stepney and three she was ordained priest in 1994. In 2000 she years as Bishop for Birmingham. As Bishop was appointed Provost of Leicester (the first for Stepney, he served on the Stephen women to lead a Church of England Lawrence Inquiry Team and chaired the cathedral), becoming in Damilola Taylor Murder Investigation 2002. Review. We currently have two Archdeacons in the Archbishop Sentamu is assisted by three Diocese of York: the , the Suffragan . The Bishop of , Ven [5] and the Archdeacon of the Rt Revd [2] is Diocesan the East Riding, the Ven [6]. Ambassador for Education, and looks after The role of the is the Archdeaconry of Cleveland. Bishop Paul vacant. is a member of the Church of England’s Porvoo Panel which oversees links with the The Archbishop’s Staff is made up of the Scandinavian and Baltic Lutheran churches, people above, along with: the and author of Great is the Mystery of Faith: (post currently vacant); the Bishop of exploring faith through the words of worship Beverley, the Rt Revd [7]; the (Canterbury Press). Archdeacon of Generous Giving and Stewardship, the Ven David Butterfield [8]; The , the Rt Revd John the Diocesan Secretary, Peter Warry Thomson [3] is Diocesan Ambassador for [9]; the Dean of Women’s Ministry, the Revd Rural Mission and Affairs, and looks after Canon Elaine Bielby [10]; the Director of the Archdeaonry of York. Bishop John was Training, Mission and Ministry, the Revd Dr brought up in Uganda, and has published Gavin Wakefield [11]; and the Diocesan work exploring the calling of the Church Advisor on Vocations, the Revd David Mann today in conversation with the Theological [12]. Ethicist, Stanley Hauerwas.

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 Working in the Diocese

Stretching from the river Humber to the Tees, and from the A1 to the Yorkshire coast, the Diocese contains vibrant cities, friendly market towns and villages, beautiful coastline and stunning moors. The Diocese has excellent transport links (it’s two hours from York to London by train).

Middlesbrough has a great history of manufacturing iron and steel, and the steel works in Redcar has recently been bought by an Indian company, meaning continued employment for many people.

Hull is a busy port, and a centre for chemical and health Hull city centre care sectors. Recently, plans for a huge offshore wind turbine manufacturing plant have been unveiled.

York is the historic centre of Yorkshire. It’s a great little city, full of Roman and medieval history. It’s major industries are science, media, service industries and tourism. On the East coast, Scarborough, Bridlington, Filey, Hornsea, Withernsea and Whitby are our lively seaside towns.

The North York Moors is a National Park with a beautiful landscape of stunning moorland, spectacular coast, ancient woodland and historic sites.

However, there are many challenges facing our region at the moment. There are areas of great poverty and North York Moors unemployment, both in urban and rural areas. A recent survey by End Child Poverty revealed that 40% of children in Middlesbrough are living in poverty. Middlesbrough is the second most deprived local authority in the country, and Hull is the fifth. Government cuts are hitting people hard.

Our schools serve all of these cities, towns and villages, and we need someone who can serve them.

Whitby Central support All our churches and schools are supported by the team at Diocesan House, and by specialised workers around the Diocese.

Diocesan House is managed by the Diocesan Secretary, Peter Warry. At Diocesan House there are twenty seven staff (some are part time) including: • the property team who manage the property portfolio (including looking after clergy housing), • the finance team who manage the Diocese’s money, • the pastoral and synodical team who look after parish reorganisations and closed churches, • the church buildings officer who can offer advice about church buildings and churchyards, • the safeguarding officer who help with child protection, • the communications officer who helps share good news stories and manage crises, and • the training team who offer lifelong learning opportunities for lay and ordained ministries.

Your colleagues in the Education Team will include the Deputy Director (Claire Graham-Brown) and part-time Assistant Director (Viv Todd), who are responsible for school organisational matters and liaison with local authorities, National Society, the National College for Teaching and Learning and the Department for Education.

Education and School Development Advisers Olivia Seymour, Katherine Humpleby and Helen Wren support schools in the areas of religious education, collective worship and the development of the Christian ethos, particularly in preparation for and following SIAMS (Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools). School Effectiveness Adviser Alison Smith is principally responsible for monitoring and supporting school improvement.

Anita Ranyell (Team Administrator and PA to the Director) manages bookings for events and trainings, and handles foundation governor appointments. School Buildings Officer (Simon Quartermaine) handles property, trust and finance related matters as well as assisting in the project management of academy conversions.