Revd Ruth has now retired but on Thurs 31st July we shall be interviewing some people with the hope of being able to have a replacement priest join us in the autumn.
The good news is that the Rev. Mark Smeed has been selected to serve the Hadleigh Churches as part of the Benfleet, Thundersley, Hadleigh Team Ministry and we are now awaiting his licensing sometime in October.
Meanwhile, please continue to use the contacts below.
Sheena Slater (Licensed Lay Minister/Rota): 01702 554853 [email protected]
Claire Littlejohn (Newsletter): 01268 757557 [email protected]
Revd Pete (Area Dean): 01268 211009 [email protected]
St James the Less is a stunningly beautiful grade one listed building and offers a comfortable, warm and well-lit environment for Christian worship. The Saxon and Norman architecture is complemented by a range of contemporary features which include baby-changing facilities, easy access for those with disabilities, a hearing loop system, a modern meeting room and a new carpeted worship area.
"The parish of Hadleigh: St James the Less is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Chelmsford’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services."