F13

CLERGY SPOUSES

Although the majority of clergy spouses in the diocese, both male and female, have paid employment outside the home, their relationship with their spouse's work is inevitably more far-reaching than is the norm because most of them live in tied accommodation.

With this in mind, the Bishop and his wife have produced a Useful Guide for Clergy Spouses, which may be obtained from Abbey Gate House. It contains information and guidance on the following matters:-

  • Housing
  • Illness
  • Money matters
  • Schools and colleges
  • Time off
  • Spiritual Refreshment
  • Bereavement
  • Retirement
  • Relationships including marriage breakdown

The Guide includes advice and details about the support, counselling, financial assistance and housing provision which are available to meet the kinds of circumstance which may arise from time to time.