The Revd Ian Fifield, Vicar of Thorpe End, near Norwich, has been appointed Bishop of Norwich’s Advisor for Self-Supporting Ministry.
Revd Ian said: “I am honoured to take on this role supporting those called to serve as self-supporting ministers. SSMs have a unique vocation in connecting the church with daily life and I look forward to encouraging and strengthening this important ministry.”
The Bishop of Norwich said he was delighted to appoint Revd Ian who would bring experience and expertise to the role.
Revd Ian was ordained after a career in local government finance and auditing. He trained part-time while still working, and served as a curate and assistant priest as a self-supporting minister.
Alongside his duties as Vicar of Thorpe End, he will champion self-supporting ministry across the diocese.
Bishop Graham said self-supporting clergy make a significant contribution to the life of the Church and community. Revd Ian will advise him, and other senior staff responsible for the development and pastoral care of self-supporting ministers, and help ensure existing and potential SSMs have what they need to flourish in their work.
Revd Ian was licensed as Vicar of St David’s, Thorpe End, in July.
