Churchwardens are the Officers of the Bishop, elected by the parish. Here are a summary of their duties.
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The Archdeacons Articles of Enquiry are designed to give PCC's the opportunity to share stories about the life of their Church. The responses are used by the Archdeacons to help shape strategic planning and support for parishes. The deadline for your submission is 31 March 2025.
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The Churchwarden Citation Form contains the Declaration and the list of dates for the services. Please complete this form after your election at your APCM. The deadline is 2 June.
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Churchwardens must legally attend an admissions service to undertake their role. Details of the services are available here.
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When a benefice enters a period of vacancy the Churchwardens, alongside the Rural Dean, have responsibiilty for the parish and help with the appointment process for a new Priest.
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Visitations to parishes are carried out by the Archdeacon, the Rural Dean or the Deanery Lay Chair. Every parish is visted on a three-yearly cycle. They give PCC's the opportunity to share stories about the life of their Church and help Archdeacons to shape strategic planning and support.
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The Churchwarden's Yearbook is an annual, one-week-to-view, diary and source of information used by Churchwardens and Clergy in England and Wales.
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Each year, there is a special service to formally admit the churchwardens to this important role in each Archdeaconry. At these services, the Archdeacons' sermons are in the form of a 'charge' to the wardens.
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