Women's ministryThe Church needs a wide variety of clergy, women and men, from all walks of life, social classes and ethnic backgrounds if it is to truly represent and bring the transforming power of the Gospel into every cultural context. We work together in this ministry; as stated in the diocesan vision, 'we pray to be generous and visible people of Jesus Christ. The Bishop's Adviser for Women's Ministry for Ely DioceseThe Bishop's Adviser for Women's Ministry for Ely Diocese is Wendy Thomson. Please contact Wendy on [email protected] or 01354 692173. Wendy represents the needs and circumstances of ordained women as a member of the Bishop's Senior Staff team as well as the vicar of a Market town. Her role as Adviser is to promote the full inclusion of women with the following three priorities:
Wendy is supported in her role by other ordained women, the women's Focus Group and in the Clergy Well-Being Group and sends out a digital newsletter with regular updates for women clergy. Is the Diocese of Ely a good place for women?This is a good question to ask, especially if you are exploring the possibility of ordination or if you are looking to move into the diocese. Ministry is not easy and it is important that the diocese is behind you as you step out into new challenges ahead. The Women's Focus group have done some research and these are their results
The Diocese of Ely is a good place for women to work and minister. We are encouraged by the healthy gender balance and support at every level. If you have any further questions or concerns, please do get in touch. Useful links
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