Clergy Vacancy

Associate Priest — Swansea Minster

Swansea Minster (The Collegiate Church of St Mary) is seeking a full-time Associate Priest to join its team as part of an ambitious five-year growth programme at the historic civic church at the heart of Wales's second city.

About the Minster

Swansea Minster is a confidently Anglican, inclusive, city-facing church committed to serving Christ and the people of Swansea. Awarded £2.8 million from the Church in Wales Growth Fund in 2024, the Minster has employed seven staff members over a five-year period and set clear aspirations for growth across discipleship, attendance, community impact, and sustainability.

The congregation reflects the breadth of the city — long-standing members, newcomers, families, students, and worshippers drawn by the Minster's civic role, music, and community ethos. Attendance continues to grow across the week.

The Role

The Associate Priest will share in worship, preaching, pastoral ministry, mission, discipleship development, outreach, and leadership within the team. Key responsibilities include:

Leading and preaching at services, including occasional offices.
Developing small groups, courses, and discipleship pathways.
Offering pastoral care and newcomer follow-up.
Supporting and leading mission and outreach initiatives.
Forming partnerships with schools, universities, charities, and civic bodies.
Supporting ministry among children, youth, and families.
Equipping and encouraging volunteers and lay leaders.
Contributing to governance, communication, and safeguarding.

Person Specification

Essential:

Ordained priest (Anglican).
Committed to safeguarding and inclusion.
Collaborative, prayerful, mission-focused leader.
Strong communicator and preacher.
Able to develop discipleship and equip volunteers.
Pastorally warm and organised.

Desirable:

Experience in city-centre or civic ministry.
Knowledge of working in a diverse community.
Welsh language ability or willingness to learn.

What is on Offer

A supportive clergy and staff team.
A diverse and friendly congregation.
Opportunities for creativity and leadership.
Clear vision and growth strategy.
Commitment to clergy wellbeing and development.
Family housing in the City of Swansea.
Full stipendiary Church in Wales Service Package.

How to Apply

Submit a CV, covering letter, and references to EmmaHooper@swanseaminster.org.uk. Closing date: Friday 17 April 2026.

Informal conversations with the Reverend Canon Justin Davies are warmly encouraged. Further information at www.swanseaminster.org.uk

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