Priest in Charge (Rector Designate)

Mid Trent Benefice

Location:

West Midlands

Recruiter:

Lichfield Diocese

Ref: JN014766

We are an established benefice in the rural beauty of mid-Staffordshire, looking for a priest who will journey with us, lead with vision, compassion and a pastoral heart, and value the gifts of both clergy and laity as we continue to grow in faithfulness and mission.

We are a healthy Team who work together to:

Grow our own faith and deepen our Christian lives together.
Reach out to those that have yet to respond to God’s calling.
Support and respond to those who live in our communities.
Be an effective team in all aspects of our mission and ministry.

We are praying for a leader who is grounded in prayer, energised by mission, ready to lead with authenticity, imagination and joy.

We hope, that if God is calling you to join us, you will:

Lead with confidence and compassion.
Empower others.
Build community both within and beyond the church.

Might God be calling you to journey with us?

Full details from lichfield.anglican.org/vacancies

Enquiries: please contact the Bishop of Stafford’s Office gemma.trueman@lichfield.anglican.org

All applicants should normally have 3 years experience in the Church of England or another Anglican church in the British Isles.

Closing date: 15 May 2026
Interviews: 18 June 2026

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Closing date: 15 May 2026

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