Archbishop Jeremy announces new Vocations Coordinator
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“It is with pleasure that I announce the appointment of the Reverend Christopher Bate — on secondment — as the new Vocations Coordinator,” says Archbishop Jeremy
Dear sisters and brothers,
It is with pleasure that I announce the appointment of the Reverend Christopher Bate — on secondment — as the new Vocations Coordinator (on a part-time, 0.1 FTE basis).
During his secondment, Chris will retain his position as Rector, Church of The Holy Spirit, Algester and this will be fulfilled on a part-time (0.9 FTE) basis.
The Vocations Coordinator is responsible for facilitating the Seekers process and promoting vocations to ordained ministry. This role involves encouraging and promoting vocations, facilitating initiatives from the Vocations Task Group, and supporting enquirers through the Seekers Program. Additionally, the Vocations Coordinator is responsible for:
- Working with the Vocations Task Group to initiate projects, events, and processes to stimulate vocations;
- Coordinating vocations-related events and to ensure their successful execution;
- Developing and distributing resources to promote vocations across various platforms;
- Maintaining active communication with parishes, schools, and other ministry units to promote vocations; and
- Creating and maintaining an active web and social media presence to engage potential seekers.
I welcome Chris’ willingness to take on this role, and I also thank the people of The Parish of Algester for their willingness to support Chris in this new position of responsibility in the Diocese, while he continues to be their Rector.
Please pray for Chris as he prepares to take up this new role as well as for all members of the Vocations Task Group, and for all enquirers and those involved in the Seekers Program.
Yours in Christ,
The Most Reverend Jeremy Greaves KCSJ
Archbishop of Brisbane
