Our wellbeing matters to God. Good self-care is a hallmark of mature discipleship. It will build resilience for ministry and the challenges of serving others.
In the pages below you’ll find practical resources and support to help with our wellbeing, from finance to physical and spiritual health.
If you are struggling financially, we strongly encourage you to speak to your archdeacon or to the Bishop’s Chaplain, Stuart Currie.
Find out more about 11 essential actions
Clergy are now entitled to full statutory time off under 2024 church regulations
Find out more about Flourishing in Ministry
Our Flourishing in Ministry booklet offers ideas advice and support for all ministers
Find out more about Financial Support for Clergy
We provide financial support resources for clergy both within and outside the Church
Find out more about Life assurance and death in service
The Diocese of Worcester Life Assurance Scheme covers stipendiary clergy and licensed lay office holders
Find out more about Sickness and statutory sick pay
Common Tenure outlines rules for stipendiary office holders reporting sickness absences to employers
Find out more about Supporting Clergy With Disability
We are committed to working towards the removal of all remaining barriers to full participation for disabled people in the…
Find out more about Rest Periods, Annual Leave and Time Off
Common Tenure provides office holders with weekly rest periods and annual leave entitlements
Find out more about Help on moving into a new appointment
Grants for removal resettlement and first appointment costs support stipendiary and house for duty clergy