JOB OPPORTUNITY: An Exciting Opportunity to develop a new role as a Church Community Development Worker at Emmanuel West Wickham. Hours: 28 hours per week: Flexible working Salary: £30,400 – £32,000pa (£38,000 – £40,000 Full Time equivalent) Location: West Wickham, Bromley, Kent – Emmanuel is seeking a person who is self-motivated and passionate about developing […]
It is with sadness that we write to tell you that our Moderator, the Rev’d Bridget Banks, has had to take early retirement on health grounds, from 30th June. She is deeply saddened to have to end her formal ministry this way, but she has come to the conclusion it is the right thing for her […]
Minister’s Spring School 2025! The annual Spring School was a wonderful gathering of 35 ministers from around the Synod. A few rose early for aerobics and running led by Lesley Charlton, and many stayed up late into the evening for meaningful conversation and healing laughter. Our chaplain, Sue Chapman, led us in creative morning prayer […]
Volunteer Opportunity: Join the Congregational Fund Board as a Trustee! At the heart of the Congregational Fund Board lies a strong commitment to supporting ministers and students in times of financial need. This small yet impactful charity, with an annual income of approximately £20,000, offers vital assistance to aged and/or infirm ministers, ministers in training, […]
Moderator’s Quiet Day at Crowhurst On a warm sunny day in March several Ministers and Local Church Leaders gathered at Crowhurst Healing Centre for what was truly a gift of a day. We were blessed with time and space to be with God, to receive teaching, to enjoy beautiful grounds to walk in, to have […]
On Saturday 15th March we celebrated the induction of the Revd. Sohail Ejaz as minister of word and sacrament at St John’s, Orpington. Revd Russell Furley-Smith convenor of Synod Council and acting for the Moderator presided at the service. The church was full with members and friends – some who had travelled a long way to […]
Members from all around Southern Synod gathered at East Croydon URC on Saturday 8th March, for another successful Synod Together meeting. This was a great opportunity for people to catch up, worship and also get some important business passed. The meeting began with an inspiring worship from Revd Memona Shahbaz centred on the theme […]
Eco-Synod Award Southern Synod has now achieved Bronze Eco Synod status in the Eco Church awards programme. This news was announced at Synod Together where Ian Moore, the new Green Apostle for Southern Synod, presented the certificate to Revd Russell Furley-Smith. The Eco Synod programme brings together the work of local churches in the […]
Southern Synod are once again hosting a joint Youth Get Together with Thames North Synod. This will be taking place, THIS SUNDAY (6th April). This is going to be fun filled afternoon with 10-pin bowling, karaoke and pizza. Make sure you do not miss out on your place by booking with Tom ([email protected]) by this […]
Training sessions are being offered locally for all elders in Southern Synod, focusing on the crucial role of spiritual leadership. The sessions provide bible-based guidance and practical support particularly for churches without a stipendiary Minister in post. The URC principle of Every Member Ministry supports this programme which aims to encourage and empower elders to […]