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Welcome to the web pages for our ancient village church.
St James Church has stood on the hill above the village of Smisby for more than 950 years. There are four churches in the Benefice we belong to – Melbourne, Smisby, Stanton by Bridge, and Ticknall.
The parish is currently in vacancy, though hoping to appoint a new Incumbent soon; but the ministry team of Clergy and Readers have maintained the pattern of regular worship in all the churches.
We have a new Vicar!
The Bishop of Derby is delighted to announce that the Revd Canon Rosemary Donovan,
Vicar of the benefice of Christ Church Epsom Common and Area Dean of Epsom, Diocese of
Guildford, has been appointed Vicar of the benefice of Melbourne, Ticknall, Smisby &
Stanton by Bridge, Diocese of Derby, subject to all legal and safeguarding requirements
being fulfilled.
We will add further information about when she will take up the post as soon it is available
Safeguarding
David Edwards has resigned as Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) and the Revd Alan Winfield will deal with any safeguarding issues until a new PSO is elected. See details on the Safeguarding Page.