Area dean’s duty statement

Description

This article describes the responsibilities of Area Deans in the Diocese of Adelaide. It covers their role inpastoral care, clergy support, deanery coordination, commissioning services, and the upkeep of clergy residences.

Pastoral care

Together with the archbishop, area deans help foster care among clergy and their families within the Deanery.

Visit: Visit each rectory family at least once a
Social: Organise at least one social gathering each year with clergy and their
Support: Provide phone or other support when clergy are
Facilitate: Lead discussions in the deanery about how to care for one another and develop a shared care strategy.
Communicate: Keep the Archbishop informed about issues affecting deanery clergy, theirfamilies, or parishes, especially those needing pastoral

Clergy vacancies and commissioning

Coordinate with the Archbishop to prepare ministry commissioning
Once a new appointment is announced, begin arranging the
Follow diocesan guidelines for commissioning:
Draft an order of service and submit it to the
Ensure all elements and participants are
Hold a rehearsal before the
Follow up by calling after the clergy’s first Sunday service and visiting the new family after a month.

Deanery meetings

Hold regular Area Deanery meetings, which should include:

Fellowship and social interaction
Prayer and worship
Study
Local and diocesan agenda items

Rectories and other clergy residences

Inspect clergy residences before a new clergy family moves
Encourage parishes to meet diocesan housing
Consider the special needs or requests of the incoming
Submit a report to the Registrar outlining required and completed