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Bishop

‘Bishop’ comes from the Greek word for ‘overseer’. So a bishop is a senior Christian minister authorised to have oversight for God’s people. As well as duties given to deacons and priests, bishops confirm and ordain.

Diocese

‘Diocese’ refers to the geographical territory in which a bishop exercises oversight. The Church in Wales is divided into six dioceses each with its own cathedral in which is housed the cathedra (the bishop’s ‘chair’ or ‘throne’).

Episcopal

‘Episcopal’ refers to the role or ministry of a bishop. So an episcopal church is one in which oversight is entrusted to a bishop. Like many others, the Church in Wales is an episcopal church.

Evangelism

‘Evangelion’ means ‘good news’. Evangelism is about sharing the good news of Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection in the hope that others may come to believe in and follow Jesus.

Holy Communion

At Holy Communion blessed bread and wine is shared, by which we receive the body and blood of Jesus Christ. The congregation gives thanks for Jesus’ life, his death and resurrection and his continuing presence. See also Eucharist.

Liturgy

Liturgy is a set form of words and action used for worship. In the Church in Wales (and many other churches) these forms follow the same pattern from one congregation to another. Most Anglican liturgies look back in some way to the Book of Common Prayer.

Priest

‘Priest’ comes from the Greek word for ‘elder’. Priests in the Church in Wales are those authorised specifically to proclaim forgiveness of sins, preside at the Eucharist and bless God’s people, as well as other responsibilities.

Theological

‘Theology’ means literally ‘words about God’. Christian theology involves our trying to understand and explain what God has revealed about himself through Scripture. This work is aided by the writings of past and present theologians and human reason.

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Administrative Assistant (Property Department)

Location: St Davids Diocesan Office, Abergwili, Carmarthen (with occasional offsite meetings)

Hours: Full time (34 hours per week)

Salary: £22,780 - £24,531 (a generous contributory pension scheme is available)

Are you a well-organised and enthusiastic individual looking to make a meaningful contribution in a supportive team environment? The St Davids Diocesan Board of Finance is looking for a diligent Administrative Assistant to join our small and friendly administrative team.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of our office, particularly the work of the Property Department, and supporting the wider work of the Diocese.

What you will do:

Provide general administrative support using Microsoft Office software
Take accurate minutes across various meetings and manage diaries efficiently
Communicate effectively with a wide range of visitors, callers, and email correspondents
Deal with various queries (e.g. utilities, insurance, Letting Agents, Local Authorities, contractors) relating to property, including schools, residential and leased premises
Assist with maintaining the Diocesan Property Database

What we are looking for:

Proven experience in minute taking
A team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, who is motivated and proactive
Someone with a keen eye for detail and a flexible approach to tasks
Confidence in using Microsoft Office and handling a wide range of administrative duties
The ability to speak Welsh (or willingness to attend a Welsh language course) is desirable
Someone who has empathy with the mission and ministry of the Church in Wales

If you are looking for a meaningful role in a warm and welcoming environment, and you enjoy helping others whilst keeping things running smoothly, we would love to hear from you.

Closing date: 8 August 2025

Job Description/Person Specification

Application Form

Please return your completed Application Form to diocese.stdavids@churchinwales.org.uk or by post to:

Miss Emma O’Connor, Admin & Property Manager, Diocesan Office, Abergwili SA31 2JG

WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BY CV.

If you have not heard from us within a week of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Clerical Vacancies

Archdeaconry of Carmarthen

PRIEST IN CHARGE to the Local Ministry Area of BRO GWENDRAETH

This role is for a cleric with primary pastoral responsibility for the churches of St Lleian’s, Gorslas; St David’s, Saron; St Ann’s, Cross Hands; St Edmund’s, Tycroes and St Edith’s Llanedi, resident in a vicarage located in Cross Hands.

The successful applicant should be a team player who is approachable and sympathetic to different styles of worship, keen on working with children, young people and families and who has a pastoral heart.

The ability to speak Welsh or a commitment to learn is desirable.

For further information please contact the Archdeacon of Carmarthen

(07398 587018) archdeacon.carmarthen@churchinwales.org.uk

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