As perhaps the ultimate job with purpose, careers in the church are enjoying a second coming.<\/p>\n
In a world of zero-hours contracts and corporate greed, doing God\u2019s work is an increasingly attractive option for those seeking a meaningful role making a difference to communities locally and worldwide. Two factors have combined to resurrect interest in church employment.<\/p>\n
Firstly, ageing congregations and the rapid rise in female employment means there are fewer volunteers to take on local roles. A recent study suggested the average age of the church\u2019s worshipping community was 61, but many congregations\u2019 members are still in employment and unable to volunteer….<\/p>\n
Secondly, modernising moves such as the Church of England\u2019s \u00a330 million net-zero carbon programme and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives have aligned the church to corporate workplaces, making it simpler for those with transferable skills to make the move into ministry. <\/p>\n
Read it all<\/a> (subscription).<\/p>\n 'ageing congregations & the rapid rise in female employment means there are fewer volunteers to take on local roles<\/p>\n …With one in five churches missing people in key positions, some parishes are moving certain roles… to paid support staff'@thetimes<\/a> https:\/\/t.co\/x9dldFTerM<\/a><\/p>\n — Rebecca (Bex) Chapman (@bexchapman3boys) March 22, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n \n