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Diocesan Director of Ordinands and Vocations Lead is the Revd Canon Ann Sargent

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Church of England: Vocations
See also: Training open to all
Vocations to Pioneer Ministry

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What qualities can God use in you? (To come, ask Ann.)
Vocational conversation initial enquiry form
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We all have a calling to live out our faith serve God and the Church with all that we are. Even if you are not confident in your gifts, considering your unique qualities and where God has placed you, can help you to understand your unique contribution to the Church. You might feel that you are living out your calling at the moment, but you also might feel a pull towards something slightly (or completely!) different.

A good place to start exploring this is with a member of your local ministry team – this could be your vicar, a Reader or any other mature Christian that you connect with. Have those conversations and see if other people notice the same things that you do.

Discern with our help

The Revd Canon Ann Sargent leads a group of Vocations Advisors who support people, of all ages, across the diocese. Together they help people discern whether God is calling them to use their gifts to offer a particular ministry within the life of the Church and wider community.

Some of the callings you might explore are: