
Ministry
Supporting and resourcing people to find and live out their calling and ministry.
Ministry News

Home Office Faith Security Training
The Home Office has announced the launch of Faith Security Training (FST) – a free security awareness scheme designed specifically for faith communities across England and Wales, which will be delivered on behalf of the Home Office by CDS Support.

Ministry Team Developments
We are delighted to share an update on the leadership and focus of the Ministry Team, which exists to support, resource and develop ordained and lay ministry across the diocese.

Kintsugi Hope Well-being Group
The diocese is running a course designed to help clergy explore how to maintain positive mental and emotional well-being in the midst of our busy lives
Ministry Events

26 February 2026
Occasional Worship Leaders (OWLs) Course
A four session course in Leading Public Worship as part of the process of becoming a locally authorised Occasional Worship Leader.

9 March 2026
Kintsugi Hope Wellbeing group
For Clergy in Chester Diocese - Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with seams of gold.

10 March 2026
Ministry Toolbox: A churchyard – blessing or curse?
Led by Diocesan Registrar, Lisa Moncur and Clerk to the Registry, Jo Williams

19 March 2026
Called to Serve
Come to St Mark's Church New Ferry to explore different opportunities for serving God

14 April 2026
Ministry Toolbox: Preaching out of season
Bishop Mark will share on how to keep preaching fresh as the demands of life and ministry

20 April 2026
Welcome to Church House
A welcome to Church House for anyone new to the Diocese (or who feels new!)

14 May 2026
Financial Planning During your Ministry and Beyond Copy
Helping clergy to demystify financial matters and to think about planning for their financial future no matter how far from retirement.

24 June 2026
Occasional Worship Leaders (OWLs) Course
A four session course in Leading Public Worship as part of the process of becoming a locally authorised OWL.
Ministry Information
The Ministry Team
For all enquiries, please email ministry@chester.anglican.org
Jenny Bridgman
Director of Ministry, Bishop's Adviser for IME2 & Clergy Transitions
01928 643431
07546 304644

















