Next Generation Ministry Leader (Ignite)
Employer: St James', Chorley
Hours: hours per week
Salary: £26,000- £32,000 per annum (depending upon experience)
Location: St James' Church, Canterbury St, Chorley, PR6 0NA
Introduction
St James’ Church is a gospel-centered evangelical church serving East Chorley. We are a joyful and growing community of all ages and backgrounds. On Sundays we welcome around 100 adults and 35 children across two services:
● 8:45am – Traditional (BCP)
● 10:30am – Contemporary (primary service for this role)
Many in our congregation are exploring Christian faith.
Our church vision is See Jesus, Join the Family, Change Lives:
● See Jesus – Growing together in love for Christ and his word
● Join the Family – Sharing life as the body of Christ
● Change Lives – Trusting the Holy Spirit to transform us and our community
Our theological vision for ministry puts prayer, the Bible and work with individuals at the heart of evangelism and discipleship. The PCC have passed a resolution for ordained ministers to be male (a complementarian view of gender roles).
This role is part of the Blackburn Diocese Ignite Project, which exists to promote and strengthen ministry among under-18s. The Ignite Project includes access to fully funded training, mentoring, and recognised qualifications in children’s and youth ministry.
Vision for the role
To disciple, support, and equip the next generation (ages 0–21) to follow Jesus for a lifetime, with a particular focus on helping teenagers stand firm in their faith and grow as joyful, missional disciples who serve the church and the world.