Chaplain - House for Duty 

The Anglican Church of St Raphael, France 

House for Duty Priest 2 Days per week

We are looking for a suitably experienced Priest capable of leading this single, active, worshipping community located on the Cote d ’Azur, South East of France. Supporting and leading this well-established community, the role is about encouragement and strong pastoral support to an Anglophone community drawn from cultural and denominational diversity. With a secure, personal Christian faith and confidence to be a strong Christian leader, our new 

Priest will have: 

The ability to ensure the church continues to be a welcoming, friendly and compassionate place, participating in pastoral care as necessary. 

To communicate effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds.

 An ability to speak & write French would be highly desirable. Leadership, administration and team working qualities to guide, develop and sustain a harmonious and effective church team.

 A willingness to promote and participate in the wider community, developing the use of the church building for cultural and other events. A sensitive approach to worship, with a record of growing congregations. 

The right to live and work in France either through holding an EU passport or a successful granting of a long-stay visitor visa. 

In return we offer an attractive remuneration package, aligned with standard practice in the Diocese in Europe, including, accommodation and medical coverage for the priest and his/her family within the excellent French health system. 

Closing date for applications: TBC 

Zoom interviews: TBC 

In person interviews in St Raphael: TBC 

For an informal conversation, please contact: The Venerable Dr Peter Hooper Archdeacon for France Telephone: 0044 784520 5283 E-mail: peter.hooper@europe.anglican.org 

For a recruitment pack and the chaplaincy profile, please contact: Dr Barbara Omoro - Appointments Secretary E-mail: europe.appointments@europe.anglican.org

There is a commitment to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. 

Safeguarding Policies (vetting and screening) will apply to all posts. The Diocese in Europe is keen to encourage applications from women and candidates from GMH backgrounds