After 14 years in Ross, Reverend Sarah Jones has moved on to a new post as Priest in Charge of St John the Baptist, Cardiff. She will be greatly missed in Ross, but the diocese wish her well.

The diocese of Hereford is now looking for a new Rector for the benefice of Ross with Walford and Brampton Abbotts. They wish to consult as widely as possible, not only with the congregations of the three churches, but also with the residents in the three parishes. There will be a public meeting in St. Mary’s Hall on Saturday, November 3rd from 9.30am. to about 12.30pm.

Revd John Daniels, Local Ministry Officer for the diocese, will lead the meeting, which is called a Vacancy Review Consultation. The purpose of this meeting is to inform the diocesan authorities about the sort of communities that Ross, Walford and Brampton Abbotts are and how their people see the Church developing and meeting their needs in the future.

The Rector of Ross plays a big part in the life of the town, particularly in conducting the annual Civic Service in the church and the Remembrance Day services both at the War Memorial and in the church.

It would be very encouraging if people from the town – and from Walford and Brampton Abbotts – could come to the Consultation. There is no need to book, just come on the day. If anyone would like further information, please contact the Team Administrator, 01989 562175 or [email protected] between 9am. and 1pm, Mondays to Fridays.See this week’s paper for more stories like this, available in shops and as a Digital Edition now.