Serving the Province - Vacancies

As a Provincial Board Member, you will help lead and oversee the life and work of the Moravian Church in the British Province. This includes governance, administration, pastoral oversight, and representing the Church in ecumenical and Unity settings.

Key Responsibilities of the Board:

• Administer provincial affairs and implement Synod decisions.
• Supervise ministers and staff and maintain links with congregations.
• Ensure charity compliance as trustees of the Moravian Church.
• Manage finances and property as directors of Moravian Union.
• Manage Church House, archives, and publications (stipendiary members).
• Represent the Province on the Unity Board.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Must be a member of the Moravian Church in the British Province.
• Eligible to serve as a charity trustee and company director.
• Commitment to Moravian principles and spiritual leadership.
• Experience in church governance or leadership roles.
• Skills in administration, communication, and conflict resolution.

Desirable:

• Financial or property management experience.
• Knowledge of Moravian history and ecumenical engagement.

Non-Stipendiary Members

Term: 4 years (up to 3 terms)

Time Commitment:

• Attend monthly two-day Provincial Board meetings (typically in person).
• Participate in occasional additional meetings as needed (typically online).
• Join selected provincial standing committees (online and in person).
• Take part in twice-yearly district conferences (online and in person).
• Attend the biennial four-day Provincial Synod (in person).

Benefits:

• Expenses provided.

Stipendiary Members

Term: 4 years (up to 3 terms)

Time Commitment:

• Full-time role (minimum 40 hours per week) based at Church House.

Benefits:

• Accommodation and stipend provided, along with expenses.
• Transitional support available for full-time lay members upon completion of term.

For more information, please contact roberta.hoey@moravian.org.uk or any Provincial Board member. Your inquiry will remain confidential.

Helps ensure the good governance of the Province by preparing Synod business, reviewing proposals, and maintaining the Book of Order. It plays an important role in supporting clear decision-making and the effective operation of the Church.

Ideal for those with an interest in constitutional governance, organisation, and church structures.

Helps the Province steward its financial resources and buildings wisely. The Committee advises on major financial and property matters, supports long-term planning, and helps ensure that the Church's resources are used effectively in support of its mission and ministry.

Ideal for those with experience or interest in finance, property, governance, business, or strategic planning.

Supports and encourages ministry across the Province. The Committee helps nurture future ministers and lay leaders, supports training and development, and encourages people to discover and grow in their calling to serve Christ and the Church.

Ideal for those passionate about nurturing leaders and supporting ministry.

Encourages and supports ministry with children and young people across the Province. The Committee helps develop resources, supports leaders, fosters fellowship, and seeks to nurture faith in younger generations.

Ideal for those with a heart for younger generations and faith development.

Supports the Church in matters of faith, theology, and Christian unity. The Committee helps the Province reflect on questions of belief and practice while building relationships with other churches and ecumenical partners.

Ideal for those interested in theology, church life, ecumenical partnerships, and Christian unity.

Encourages the Church's engagement with God's mission in the world. The Committee promotes discipleship, social justice, community engagement, creation care, and the Church's response to the needs and challenges of contemporary society.

Ideal for those passionate about mission, social justice, outreach, and public witness.