Welcome to the Farnworth and Worsley website. We are part of the Bolton & Rochdale Methodist District.
The Circuit has seen many changes over the last few years.
The Farnworth and Worsley Circuit was created in September 2003, bringing together the two previous circuits of Farnworth and - you've guessed it - Worsley.
Our staff team currently consists of 2 Methodist ministers, 2 ministers from other denominations and 2 layworkers to cover 10 churches (three of which are LEPs; one is in a special Covenant Agreement with the Circuit), and two Methodist Primary schools. We meet regularly for fellowship and to discuss circuit matters; we are a strong team, each with different skills and abilities which when put together works well for the Circuit as a whole; on occasion, we meet socially and for Quiet Times throughout the year too.
A new initiative took place in January 2006, when a Methodist minister was inducted as minister of Wharton URC. This benefits both Wharton and the Farnworth and Worsley Circuit, as we share in a special Covenant Agreement.Wharton shares this 'section' of the Circuit with Cleggs Lane and Christ Church, Little Lever. Since this time, the Methodist minister has moved on to pasture new, and a URC minister, Revd Philip Brook, has joined the team, bringing with him a fresh approach to circuit life.
We are currently seeking to appoint a Community Links/Pastoral Worker; an advertisement and application details can be found below.
I hope you enjoy browsing this site!
Watch this space for future developments!
Revd. Enid Knowles
Superintendent Minister
Farnworth and Worsley Circuit
Community Links/ Pastoral Worker
The Farnworth and Worsley Circuit is seeking a Community Links/ Pastoral Worker to work specifically with 2 churches. You will be a committed Christian who has the ability to- relate effectively with people of all ages
- develop and initiate Community links
- develop and support young people’s activities
- adapt to changing priorities and circumstances
You will be part of a team of ordained and lay members of staff who work across 10 churches; the circuit has strong links with local schools, including two Methodist Primary schools, and includes 3 ecumenical arrangements.
Hours: 20 to be worked flexibly (some evenings will be necessary).
Salary minimum £7665 p.a with potential increments dependent on experience and qualifications.
For details and Application Form, contact:
Revd Ian Humphreys
16 Arkholme Worsley Manchester M28 1ZJ
Tel: 0161 7902574 Email: ian@humphreys9363.fsnet.co.uk
Closing Date for receipt of Application Forms: Monday 7th July
Interviews: Friday 18th July
Start date: 1st September 2008
