Basil Jenkyns’ candid, amusing and thoughtful memoir of life as an Anglican vicar.

“We need more ‘action men and women’ parish priests like Basil Jenkyns. His memoir shows the extraordinary ability of an ordinary parish priest to transform communities.”
Emma Thompson – Save The Parish

His forthright, energetic yet sensitive ministry was widely regarded as inspired and inspiring by congregations and many colleagues, though national media were quick to describe him as ‘outspoken’ or ‘controversial’.

“The Church of England has over £15bn under management. Please spend it on more parish priests like the energetic, engaging Basil Jenkyns.”
Professor Alison Milbank – Nottingham University and Canon Theologian of Southwell Minster. Author of ‘The Once and Future Parish’.