PARISH PROFILE of ST ANNE’S WORKSOP, ST MARY’S NORTON CUCKNEY and ST WINIFRED’S HOLBECK, NOTTINGHAMSHIRE 2017 !1 Welcome Thank you for your interest in St Anne’s and we hope this document provides sufficient information for you to think and pray about applying. Should you require any further information please contact either of our Churchwardens: Carole Shaw (01909 481319) or Matthew Butters (01909 530259). Welcome to Worksop and in particular to St Anne’s Church here in the town, which together with St Mary’s in the parish of Norton Cuckney and St Winifred’s in the Woodhouse Hall Extra Parochial Place, form the group. Although it is sad to have lost our Priest-in-Charge after 12 years we see the appointment of a new Priest-in-Charge as an exciting opportunity and a challenge to go forward working in Christ together. So... we are looking for a minister to lead a strong team which already consists of four Licensed Lay Ministers in our journey of faith. We have three lovely churches in very different, attractive settings. St Anne’s and St Mary’s are both involved in re-ordering projects, so it is a wonderful time to be part of our future! Within the benefice of St Anne’s are three schools including two church schools. The young people are an integral part of our church and in recognition we are in the process of recruiting a Children and Youth worker. Our work with the children forms part of our mission of “Introducing People to Jesus” and is aligned with the Diocesan vision to grow our church “wider, younger, deeper”. We know our strengths – and our weaknesses. We have seen the benefits of our prayer and efforts to move the church on and we have an idea of the person we need to lead us further in faith and mission. Are you that individual? We can offer you: A team of Licensed Lay Ministers. Willing and enthusiastic leaders. Effective management structures in place. Strong supportive PCCs. Warm fellowship from friendly congregations. !2 All clergy expenses reimbursed in full. The new Priest-in-Charge will be expected to take full weekly/annual leave and time is made available for retreats and study days. The Vicarage: The Vicarage is situated at the top of a cul-de-sac surrounded by 9 other like properties. It is set in a popular residential area; a 2 minute drive from the Church and School. The Vicarage at 11 Poplar Close (S80 3BZ) is detached with gas central heating and solar panels and carpeted throughout. Downstairs are 2 well sized reception rooms, cloakroom and well fitted kitchen. There is a large study and utility room that can also be accessed by a separate entrance door, thereby negating the need for visitors to have to go through the main house when meeting with the Priest-in-Charge. The first floor has 4 double bedrooms, 3 with fitted wardrobes, and a family bathroom. The main bedroom has a separate en-suite facility.The rear garden is private and of a good size there is also a single garage plus driveway for 2-3 cars. To the rear of the property is a lovely open space area where many local people walk their dogs. The property is within a 10 minute walk of the town centre and local facilities. The Vicarage, 11 Poplar Close, Worksop, S80 3BZ. !3 The Diocese and the Parish St Anne’s Benefice is part of the Deanery of Bassetlaw and Bawtry in the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham that represents the Church of England across Nottinghamshire and parts of South Yorkshire, with a population of 1.15 million. The Diocese was founded in 1884 covers some 847 square miles and includes 307 churches, 70 church schools, 183 clergy, and hundreds of unpaid volunteers. There is a total membership of 18,900 on the electoral St Anne’s Church rolls of churches that are supported by area administrators and a mission centre in Southwell called Jubilee House, where advisers, bishops and other staff support the work of the churches and the clergy on the ground. Some of this happens in hospitals, schools, sports organisations, factories and prisons, where chaplains and volunteers share their faith, offer support and maintain a tangible Christian presence across the diverse communities of the county. Within the Diocese are two Archdeaconries covering nine Deaneries. The northern part of the diocese is Bassetlaw and Bawtry Deanery comprising 48 parishes grouped in sixteen benefices. More information about the deanery can be found on the webpage http://southwell.anglican.org/about-us-2/deaneries/ bassetlaw-bawtry-deanery/ Worksop is on the edge of Sherwood Forest, 19 miles from Sheffield with good road links to the A1, M1 and A60 and the rail service to Sheffield and Retford make larger cities easily accessible. The geographical position of the town, on the borders of Yorkshire, Derbyshire and Lincolnshire offers lovely countryside, many tourist attractions and shopping opportunities. Worksop is a small market town with around 45,000 inhabitants; many commute to work in other areas but the chief local employers are the !4 Wilkinson and B&Q depots and the Greencore sandwich factory. The majority of the population is white and the predominant age band, 45-59 year olds. St Anne’s parish takes in parts of the south and west of the town as well as a significant amount of agricultural land. Over the past few years a number of new houses have been built in the parish. The population of the parish, which covers the majority of Worksop South electoral ward, is approximately 6500 people. The majority of housing within the parish is owner-occupied. The parish includes a part of the town centre, which includes a recently constructed shopping centre, banks/building societies, estate agents, solicitors, vets, public houses and other commercial properties. Also located within the parish is a Travel Lodge, a hotel, a nursery, and a residential care home as well as a Sainsbury's supermarket. The parish is also home to a good number of sporting facilities. It is home to Worksop RUFC and Worksop Cricket Club where there are also Squash and Bowling facilities. The National Table Tennis Centre is also in the parish as is The Cadet Centre for Army Cadets and Air Force Cadets. St Anne’s Church and its People Services Out of a worshiping community of 120 adults approx. numbers are: Sunday: 8am Holy Communion (BCP) approx. 20 10am Holy Communion Light Club approx. 55 adults, 25 children 10am Family Service 1st Sunday in the month no Light Club approx. 50 adults and 15 children Wednesday: 7pm Prayer and Communion 1st Wednesday in the month approx. 12 adults Weekday mornings: Daily Prayer at 9am St Anne’s is located on Newcastle Avenue, a main road into Worksop Town Centre. It has a Church hall and car parking facilities adjacent to the Church !5 building. The Church can be described as ‘central Anglican in tradition with an Evangelical flavour.’ The former Priest-in-Charge and Curate are from an Evangelical background. St Anne’s mainly middle class, white British congregation ranges from 90 year olds to babes-in-arms with 57 out of an Electoral roll of 156 living outside the parish. The church has a thriving Light Club during the 10am service with approx. 25 children attending each Sunday. This is led by an enthusiastic team who provide lively, interesting activities related to Bible study. On their return to the main service the Light Club (with the assistance of resident Church monkey, Gilbert) display their work to the congregation. Light Club event Members of the uniformed organisations: Beavers, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Rainbows, Brownies and Guides attend the family service. The Church has identified the need to continue to support its younger members and is currently seeking a Children and Youth Worker to maintain and develop the valuable experiences of Light Club to those above the age of 11. The benefice is well resourced with four Licensed Lay Ministers who have a variety of experience and strengths. In addition to teaching, preaching, leading worship and prayer they are also engaged in a wide range of other !6 ministries including funerals, pastoral work, chaplaincy and outreach in the local community, care home and church school. The benefice is blessed with willing, committed individuals, who lead worship, prayers, school worship, baptism and preparation for communion courses and, together with our Leadership team, lead our Home Groups. Our worship is enriched by a music group and an organist and both St Anne’s and St Mary’s have bell ringing teams. Staff within St Anne’s Church consist of a Parish Administrator, a verger and a cleaner. St Anne’s benefits from an active, supportive and well informed PCC - we don’t spend hours considering the purchase of a new vacuum cleaner! St Anne’s Worship Band Alpha courses over the last few years have grown new disciples and brought worshippers to Church and seen the formation of seven Home Groups. Together at these weekly or fortnightly meetings groups have grown in faith and fellowship and also provided important feedback to the leadership team. A small Church group lead a monthly Sunday afternoon service at the adjacent care home which is attended by residents and staff. A visiting team !7 visit Church members in their own homes or local care homes and Holy Communion is available for those wishing to receive it. Over 300 parishioners subscribe to the Parish News magazine which presents information and reviews Church events and activities.