The office of churchwarden is a vital and ancient part of the Church of England. As an officer of the bishop and a key lay representative in the parish, the churchwarden both represents the laity and cooperates with the incumbent.
Churchwardens generally liaise with their archdeacon’s office over matters to do with church life, governance, buildings and worship.
No churchwarden?
Should your church have no churchwarden, please download our guide to the responsibilities where there are no churchwardens.
This page provides links to areas of the website of most use to churchwardens. If you have a suggestion of a page that should be featured email: comms@bathwells.anglican.org.
Another useful site for Churchwardens is the Parish Resources website.
Find out more about Church buildings and churchyards
Information about building changes, maintenance and caring for your churchyard.
Find out more about Giving and grants
Explore the support and guidance available to help you resource your mission and ministry.
Find out more about Legal guidance
The latest legal guidance from the Diocesan Registrar for the notice of our churches.
Find out more about Greener church
Find resources to help your church care for creation.
Find out more about Churchwardens' training days
Providing information, resources and an opportunity to connect with others.
Downloads
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Churchwardens' Handbook 2026
A helpful guide, packed full of useful information for churchwardens.