Priest in Charge St John’s Walton
Lead a Prayerful, Hope‑Filled Church Family into a New Season of Growth and Mission.
St John’s Walton and St Peter’s Holymoorside, located in Chesterfield on the edge of the beautiful Peak District National Park, together form a warm, prayerful and mission ‑minded church family, rooted in Scripture and eager to grow in faith, unity and outreach across two vibrant worshipping communities.
This new season offers an exciting opportunity for a collaborative, Spirit ‑led priest to help shape a shared vision, nurture ministry across all ages, and guide the parish through a hopeful future that includes developing St John’s as a potential resourcing church and strengthening connections with the wider community.
A loving, prayerful church family
A parish eager for vision and growth
Strong lay ministry and team culture
A well ‑maintained, spacious vicarage
A beautiful and strategic location
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Enquiries to: Venerable Matthew Trick, Archdeacon of East Derbyshire
Closing date for applications: Noon on Thursday 4 June 2026
Interview date: Thursday 25 June 2026