According to Herring's Visitations, Townsend was instituted in April 1717
| Year | Type | Name as Recorded | Location | Office/Status | Full Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1717 | Ordi(ordination) | Townsend, Johannes | / | priest | View |
| 1746 | Vac(Death) | Townsend, John | Norwell second mediety / | Perpetual Vicar | View |
| 1746 | Vac(Death) | Townsend, John | Norwell first mediety / | Perpetual Vicar | View |