The Anglican Parish of Tangier & The Sheet Harbour Pastoral Charge of the United Church of Canada

The Anglican Parish of Tangier and The Sheet Harbour Pastoral Charge of the United Church of Canada are seeking a full-time minister/priest. We are located on scenic Marine Drive (Highway 7) part of the majestic Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia. Both denominations are jointly seeking a full-time ordained minister/priest to lead a shared ministry. Our future plan is to have clergy-led services every Sunday, alternating between denominations. Communion services as specified by each worship planning committee. We would alternate ecumenical services on the fifth Sunday as they occur, as well as each requiring additional services at Christmas, Lent, Easter, and memorial services.

The Rectory/Manse, located in Tangier, is a well-maintained three-bedroom property which has a separate inside entrance to the church office. Fiberoptic internet has been installed. The home is just over an hour’s drive from Dartmouth, and 20 minutes from Sheet Harbour which provides many amenities and services. It is only minutes from Taylor Head Provincial Park, with its hiking trails and two beautiful beaches. There is a state-of-the-art pre-primary to 12 school in Sheet Harbour, several restaurants as well as accommodations.

The Anglican Parish of Tangier is a six-point parish with the farthest church (Mooseland) being less than a 25-minute drive from Tangier. We currently worship together one Sunday service per week, alternating between communion services depending on the availability of the priest in charge, and morning or evening prayer. We have two Licensed Lay Ministers plus a team of dedicated lay worship leaders, wardens, and lay people. We have a very supportive congregation who have recently consolidated most of our administration resulting in fewer church meetings.

The Sheet Harbour Pastoral Charge of the United Church of Canada consists of three churches, the furthest (Lochaber Mines/Malay Falls) being less than 30 minutes from Tangier. We currently worship together, alternating Sundays between Saint James Sheet Harbour, and Saint James Lochaber Mines/Malay Falls.

We currently have supply ministry twice per month, and our congregation worships at other charges and denominations on the other two Sundays.  Popes Harbour United Church holds worship services twice a year for a Cemetery Service in the summer and Hanging of the Greens near Christmas.

We have an active congregation with devoted elders and stewards who continue to ensure that church services and activities take place.

Like many churches in Nova Scotia, we have an aging population. However, We are vibrant faith congregations who are very active in our churches and our communities. We continue to minister to the sick and provide a wonderful space for all who wish to attend our gatherings. We are loving, welcoming, prayerful, affirming, faithful congregations. We are seeking a dedicated and energetic minister/priest who is outgoing and approachable. The successful candidate must be a good listener, a good communicator, and someone who brings the lessons and gospel alive, making them relevant to today. A recognized goal of worship in our community of  faith is to feel uplifted and renewed for the week ahead by the message and fellowship.

We require an individual to work with us in maintaining our sustainability and help our churches thrive and flourish. By sharing your gifts and passions we will be able to grow our vitality and realize our dreams. The successful candidate must have the ability to recognize leaders in the congregations because through leadership we will prosper. We are supportive of new ideas and a work-life balance for our clergy.

The Eastern Shore is known for its rugged wilderness, sheltered coves, salt marshes, windswept headlands, and pristine beaches as well as the stunning 100 Wild Islands archipelago.  We have incredible ocean views, world-class surfing, kayaking, and many trail systems. With its vast Atlantic coastline, beautiful lakes and rivers, the area is a paradise for hunting, fishing and boating enthusiasts.

Thank you for your interest in joining us in this exciting new endeavour. We invite you to read our profiles and consider joining us, enjoying life on the Eastern Shore.

Deadline for applications is Friday November 1, 2024.

To receive the profile and an application form please contact Jana Gauthier, Diocesan Executive Administrator at [email protected] .

Please note:  A Police Records Check report, Vulnerable Sector Check report must be submitted before assuming this position. Anglican Clergy from outside the Diocese of Nova Scotia and P.E.I., must present confirmation that they are an ordained minister in good standing and have their Bishop’s permission to seek employment opportunities outside their own diocese.