Self-Supporting Clergy (SSM)

Self-Supporting Ministers (SSMs) in the diocese are assisted in their ministry by a team of Clergy Officers, one for each Archdeaconry. SSM Clergy Officers are individuals who understand and support SSM ministry, meet regularly together with a member of the Bishop’s staff to discuss matters of common concern and interest and link with the National Church on wider issues.

The SSM Officers also provide the following support:

• Advice for SSM ministers and curates in each episcopal area concerning SSM ministry
• Advice for incumbents and SSM ministers on the preparation of Ministry Agreements beyond curacy
• Opportunities for meeting together
• Occasional events for training and support.

The SSM Officers are as follows:

The Bishop’s Staff Member responsible for SSM Ministry is:
The Venerable Judy French
Archdeacon of Dorchester        Tel: 01865 208245

The Mission Department Member responsible for SSM Ministry is:
The Revd Charles Chadwick       Tel:01865 208246