Suitable for churchwardens, PCCs, ministry teams, and anyone involved in preparing for the arrival of a new incumbent. The appointment of a new incumbent is an exciting and significant moment in the life of a parish. This session will help church leaders and ministry teams think through how to welcome and support a new priest well, from practical preparations and first impressions to managing change, expectations, and relationships. Together we'll explore how to hand over a healthy and missional church, navigate uncertainty, build trust, and create the foundations for a fruitful partnership in ministry.

Suitable for churchwardens, PCCs, ministry teams, and anyone involved in preparing for the arrival of a new incumbent. The appointment of a new incumbent is an exciting and significant moment in the life of a parish. This session will help church leaders and ministry teams think through how to welcome and support a new priest well, from practical preparations and first impressions to managing change, expectations, and relationships. Together we'll explore how to hand over a healthy and missional church, navigate uncertainty, build trust, and create the foundations for a fruitful partnership in ministry.