The model of ministry outlined in this document is not to solve leadership challenges, nor will it necessarily reverse decline in some of our most fragile parishes. This model of ministry seeks to address the challenge of leadership capacity within (predominantly, though not exclusively) multi-parish benefices.
The development of Local Leadership Teams should not be seen as an easy or cheap alternative to clergy. Building an effective Local leadership Team is costly and time consuming but, we believe, the benefits of such an investment can outweigh the costs.