Who we are

This resource hub is a connection point for a network of practitioners and support staff interested in Interim Ministry (IM). 

It is being hosted by Cranmer Hall, St John’s College, Durham, as part of the Centre for Interim Ministry, which will oversee the expansion of an existing network, the development of training and resources, a ‘College’ of accredited IM practitioners and disseminate best practice.

This development is being funded by the Church of England’s RMF Innovations Fund from 2026-2029 as part of Church of England’s Vision and Strategy, to generate learning about “good growth”  

Since 2021, the voluntary Interim Ministry Practitioners Group (IMPG), has spreaheaded development  and advocacy for IM. This will be expanded to form a Council of Reference in due course. Current IMPG members are:

• The Revd Julie Bacon: The Diocese of Leeds
• The Revd Helen Gheorghiu Gould, Director of IM Training, Cranmer Hall, Durham
• The Revd Ali Mepham: The Diocese of Gloucester
• The Revd Fiona Pennie: The Diocese of Liverpool
• The Revd Stephen Skinner: The Diocese of Exeter
• The Revd Louise Vincer: The Diocese of Guildford
• The Revd Natasha Woodward: IM Practitioner

For further information contact: interim.ministry@durham.ac.uk.