This benefice comprising the parishes of Beercrocombe with Curry Mallet, Hatch Beauchamp, Orchard Portman, Staple Fitzpaine, Stoke St Mary with Thurlbear and West Hatch is seeking a full-time Rector to be someone who:
- Is able to share their faith with local people of all ages in the communities.
- Is able to seek out, encourage and utilise the talents and gifts of church members, bringing their own experiences to build on the work being done in the benefice.
- Enjoys the richness and variety of village life.
If you are prepared to embrace this challenge, we can offer you:
- A friendly team of committed and dedicated people with diverse skill sets.
- Excellent links with our three local primary schools.
- Supportive communities with lots of groups and activities.
- The support of a paid children and family’s worker.
- Administrative support from a paid benefice administrator.
- A spacious, modern, detached five-bedroom house in the beautiful village of Stoke St Mary.
For more details and an application pack, please email Simon Hill, Archdeacon of Taunton or Tel: 01823 413315.
Notable dates
Applications to be received by 27 February 2026
Visits and interviews 19 and 20 March 2026