The Astwell Benefice Profile THE ASTWELL BENEFICE www.astwellparishes.org.uk St. Mary Magdalene, Helmdon & St. Lawrence, Chapel of Ease, St Mary & St. Peter, Lois Weeden & Radstone Weston with Plumpton St. James the Great, St. Mary the Virgin, St. John the Evangelist, Syresham Wappenham Whitfield Vision Statement: Whilst always respecting the individual histories and identities of our six ancient buildings and their communities, we work as one, together as a united Benefice, in governance, in mission and in ministry. Our aims are: to grow disciples, to reach out into our communities and beyond and to serve Christ in all we do to increase church attendance, involve children of all ages, share our knowledge, experience and enthusiasm and do all this as one Church in the body of Christ We are working together to face each new challenge through Christ, with Christ and in Christ. The Astwell Benefice - six churches, one Mission 2019 WELCOME Welcome to The Astwell Benefice Profile which we hope you will enjoy reading. If you are interested in working with a dynamic group of churches as a Full Time Rector, and would like to know more, please contact: The Venerable Richard Ormston Archdeacon of Northampton, Diocese of Peterborough The Bouverie Court 6 The Lakes Bedford Road Northampton NN4 7YD Tel: 01604 887074 Email:
[email protected],uk We look forward to hearing from you. The Profile: This document provides a full and comprehensive view of each parish church, its services, congregation, ministry and outreach, all working together to form the Astwell Benefice. The benefice is comprised of five parishes and six churches.