Vicar of Chorley St and Saints

“Closer to Christ, further out for Christ”

The Parish of Chorley St George and All Saints’ comprises of two churches united by a shared vision and a deep love for our community. Together, we are seeking a priest who will walk with us as we grow in faith, mission and service.

This is a unique opportunity to serve in a parish that offers:

• A tale of two churches – St George’s, a beautiful Grade II
  * listed Waterloo Church in the heart of Chorley, with a strong musical tradition, vibrant church groups, and a well-used church hall and mission hut; and All Saints’, a growing, community-focused church situated between two housing estates, with a planting curate, new congregations, and a renewed sense of purpose.
• A thriving partnership with schools – Both churches have excellent relationships with their Church of England primary schools, where Christian values are lived out daily. The new vicar will be an ex-officio foundation governor and a key presence in the spiritual life of both schools.
• A parish on the move – With a planting curate, active lay ministry, and a growing youth and children’s presence, we are seeing real momentum, especially at All Saints’. We are excited about where God is leading us next.
• A supportive and prayerful community – Our PCC, pastoral teams, and congregations are committed, welcoming, and ready to support the right person in ministry.

We are looking for an experienced priest who:

• is grounded in prayer and scripture, and brings preaching to life.
• has a heart for pastoral care and spiritual formation.
• can lead with warmth, humour and vision.
• is confident in working with both tradition and innovation.
• will nurture lay leaders and engage with ‘all ages’, especially young families, children and youth.
• is ready to help us grow – in faith, in numbers, and in mission.

You’ll be supported by a well-maintained vicarage, a very strong diocesan and deanery network, and a parish that is full of potential and hope.

Closing date
: 12 noon, Friday 6th March 2026

Interviews will be held on: Thursday 26th March 2026

For an informal conversation about the post, please contact the patron, The Revd Canon Neil Kelley,  or the Area Dean, The Revd Jo Smith, areadean.chorleylican.org

The Diocese of Blackburn believes that diversity enables us to thrive and develop and is committed to race equality, welcoming applications from UK Minority Ethnic/ Global Majority Heritage backgrounds

The Diocese of Blackburn is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

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