The Truro Diocesan Mission and Pastoral Committee has prepared a draft Pastoral Scheme for our four churches in the Cluster, which will unify them as one benefice. The scheme includes a number of important proposals for reorganisation and we are all invited to make representations either for or against by 14th September. Print-outs of the proposal are available in our churches.
The draft Pastoral Scheme proposes to transfer the detached part of the parish of Madron to the parish of Saint Peter, Newlyn; terminate the team ministry established for the benefice of Saint Mary with Saint Paul and Saint John the Baptist in Penzance; unite the benefice of Saint Mary with Saint Paul and Saint John the Baptist, the benefice of Saint Paul, Penzance and the benefice of Saint Peter, Newlyn; and unite the parish of Saint Mary with Saint Paul, Penzance and the parish of Saint John the Baptist, Penzance in the diocese of Truro.
Anyone may make representations (formal comments) for or against the draft Scheme.
This consultation expires on Monday 14th September 2026.
In order to be considered by the Commissioners, comments must be submitted in writing, either by post or electronically. You can do this in one of two ways:
- Email us using the form below, using “I would like to make a Representation”. jos.waters@churchofengland.org
- Write to: Jos Waters, Pastoral Division, Church Commissioners, Great Smith St, London, SW1P 3AZ.
The Pastoral and Closed Churches Team primarily work remotely, so please note:
- The best way to reach us quickly is via telephone or e-mail
- That it would be helpful if any correspondence is sent electronically
- If you need to send hard copy post to Church House please confirm via email so we can make sure it is processed in a timely manner
Any representations must be received not later than Monday 14th September 2026. Any representation should include your reasons for your comments.
All correspondence received by the Commissioners will be treated as public correspondence.
If you have any queries about this draft scheme, please contact us using the form below using “I have a query about a draft scheme“.
To find out more, please read our leaflet “Your Views Count“.
