Chaplain to the Archbishop of York Recruitment Pack July 2021
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Chaplain to the Archbishop of York Recruitment Pack July 2021 1 Overview The vision for the Church of England in the 2020s is that we become a Christ centred and Jesus shaped Church. To be Christ centred requires a spiritual and theological renewal. The phrase ‘Jesus shaped’ is borrowed from the Anglican Communion and describes how our life in Christ should be shaped by the five marks of mission. From this central vision three strategic objectives have emerged – • to be a church of missionary disciples • to be a church where mixed ecology is the norm • to be a church that is younger and more diverse Nationally, the Archbishop of York leads on this agenda. It therefore shapes the Living Christ’s Story agenda of the York diocese and the agenda for our work here at Bishopthorpe, both to support this national and diocesan ministry, but also to help Archbishop Stephen identify specific priorities for his own ministry, particularly here in the northern province. At Bishopthorpe we have aligned these ideas around a single phrase from the Lord’s Prayer: Your kingdom come on earth as in heaven. This is shaping an agenda for the Palace itself, enhancing the way we welcome groups and how we use the building and its beautiful grounds for hospitality, debate, dialogue and encounter with God. It also shapes Archbishop Stephen’s personal priorities of - • Prayer • Pilgrimage • Teaching and evangelism, particularly through missionary journeys across the north when that is possible • Shaping a Christian narrative of hope for the nation, and particularly in the north Working with other members of the leadership team at Bishopthorpe and with the York Diocesan Leadership Team, the Chaplain will have a particular role to support the Archbishop in his ministry in the York diocese and across the Northern Province, particularly providing spiritual, liturgical, pastoral and theological support Bishopthorpe Palace Bishopthorpe Palace is located in the village of Bishopthorpe which sits 3 miles south of the City of York. The Palace is the home of the Archbishop of York and Mrs Cottrell and operates as a multi-functional palace, housing working offices, meetings rooms, and a chapel. The Palace and its grounds are often used for charity open days, retreats, conferences and receptions. 2 The small and dedicated staff team at the Palace support the ministry of the Archbishop of York, and work closely with colleagues in the Diocesan office, the Northern Province and the National Church. The team also ensure the Palace is a place of welcome and hospitality which includes the beautiful gardens and woodland within the grounds. The life of the Community at Bishopthorpe Palace is centred on prayer and worship. Each day begins with Morning Prayer. The regular celebration of the Eucharist shapes our common life. As the country emerges from Covid-19, we look forward to the Palace and Grounds being a place where individuals, local churches and those within our local community can visit, find rest and encounter God. 3 THE NATIONAL CHURCH INSTITUTIONS MANAGING EMPLOYER: THE ARCHBISHOP OF YORK (IN HIS CORPORATE CAPACITY) BISHOPTHORPE PALACE JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Chaplain to the Archbishop of York GRADE: Salary equivalent to Incumbent’s Stipend, with accommodation provided LOCATION: Bishopthorpe Palace, Bishopthorpe, York, YO23 2GE ACCOUNTABLE TO: The Archbishop of York through his Chief of Staff LINE MANAGEMENT PA to the Chaplain and Legal Executive Officer RESPONSIBILITIES: BACKGROUND: The Chaplain will assist and support the Archbishop in his ministry in the York Diocese and the Northern Province of the Church of England. KEY RELATIONSHIPS: The Archbishop of York, Suffragan Bishops, Archdeacons, the York Diocesan Secretary and Chief Executive, the Provincial and Diocesan Registrar, the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser, the Archbishop’s Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staff, the Archbishop’s Personal Assistant, the Archbishop’s Communications and Administrative Staff, the Dean of York Minster, the Diocesan Director of Mission and Ministry and the Precentor of York Minster. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: The role of Archbishop’s Chaplain encompasses spiritual, liturgical, executive, pastoral, and research responsibilities. The role requires someone with clarity of thought, ability to work on complex issues with tact and diplomacy, an eye for detail as well as an appreciation of wider issues, excellent administrative and interpersonal skills and the capacity to manage and prioritise their workload according to the Archbishop’s work agenda. One of the main elements of the role is to support the Archbishop’s ministry in the York Diocese. Since most of these responsibilities are delegated to the three Suffragan Bishops of Hull, Selby and Whitby, supporting the Archbishop’s ministry means supporting their ministry as well, particularly through the work of the York Diocesan Leadership Team (YDLT) which is hosted by the Archbishop, but chaired by the Bishop of Whitby. The Chaplain will therefore be working closely with him and 4 the other bishops and members of YDLT as well as the Archbishop, acting as both a conduit between them and a servant to the leadership team. The Chaplain will advise and be a sounding board to the Archbishop and Bishops and work collaboratively. The person appointed will need to be resilient and dependable, impartial and good humoured and have emotional and spiritual intelligence to navigate a varied, challenging and fulfilling ministry. The Chaplain will support the Archbishop in three main areas of ministry - 1. The Diocese of York - Supporting and facilitating the Archbishop’s ministry and all episcopal ministry in the Diocese of York, that is representing the Archbishop in and through the life of the diocese and supporting the other bishops of the diocese and the work of the York Diocesan Leadership Team (YDLT). 2. The Province of York - Supporting and facilitating the Archbishop’s ministry across the Province of York. 3. Bishopthorpe Palace - Supporting and facilitating the life of prayer and worship at Bishopthorpe Palace, praying daily for the work of the Archbishop and Bishopthorpe staff. SPECIFIC DUTIES: Diocese of York • Work closely with the Archbishop and as appropriate with the other bishops in all matters to do with the oversight of the York Diocese, and assisting them in their ministry. • Secretary to the York Diocesan Leadership Team (YDLT) meetings. o Help prepare the agenda with the Bishop of Whitby who chairs the meetings. o Attend, contribute and take the notes, monitoring the decisions made in meetings • Act as the Archbishop's representative and a representative of YDLT with individuals, parishes and at particular events and meetings as required. • On the Archbishop’s behalf, liaise with YDLT concerning the provision of pastoral support and where possible cover for the clergy and parishes in the York Diocese. • Assist the Archbishop in his pastoral correspondence within the Diocese and draft letters/statements/documents/policies etc. as required, both for the Archbishop and for the YDLT. • Attend Archbishop’s Council and Diocesan Synod and support the Archbishop and other bishops in their involvement in the meetings. • Oversee, scrutinise and where necessary produce liturgies for the Archbishop in his ministry in the diocese. • Participate and support the Archbishop liturgically and pastorally in Diocesan services large and small, and liaise with the Precentor at York Minster for consecrations, ordinations, Chrism Mass, confirmations, Easter, Christmas, Admission of Readers, Admission of Churchwardens (every third year), MU services, Collation of Canons etc. • Develop a close and collaborative working relationship with York Minster and be a point of contact between YDLT, York Minster and Bishopthorpe staff • Ensure the Archbishop is well briefed for events within the Diocese. • Be the Archbishop’s contact person for Diocesan Boards, Committees and other task groups. 5 • Work with the Diocesan Office to produce the diocesan cycle of prayer. • Be the first point of contact at the Palace for Archdeacons, Area Deans and all other clergy in the Diocese. • Work with YDLT and other Diocesan colleagues in administrating and overseeing Diocesan ministerial appointments and licences, including liturgical matters. • Liaise with those hosting/running events regarding ABY’s input, and any pastoral and liturgical issues. • Attend the Wydale1 Oversight Group on behalf of the Archbishop of York. • Provide theological research for the Archbishop and advise on other matters and events as requested by the Archbishop. • Oversee allocation of clergy charity monies. • Diocesan ordinations: Work with the Diocesan Director or Ordinands, Director of Mission and Ministry, and the Minster as required to ensure the smooth running of ordination retreats and the ordination service. • Permission to Officiate: oversee application and renewal process. • Safeguarding: member of Diocesan Safeguarding Operational Group (DSOG); liaising with the DSA as necessary, ensuring clergy comply with procedures, responding appropriately to any disclosures and to anything discovered in files, and membership and occasional chairing of Core Groups. • CCSLs: preparation of CCSLs, and provision of “safe to receive” assurances when York Diocese clergy are on the move. • Advise Bishops’ offices on procedures for extensions to ministry beyond the age of 70. • Preach and preside at services around the Diocese as invited. Province of York • Administer the Consecration (where