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Full time stipendiary post (3 years interim role) Priest in Charge of Toxteth St Bede with St Clement (0.5) and Priest in Charge of Wavertree St Bridget and St Thomas (0.5), Liverpool
Client: The Church of England
Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 841aa2a4436b
Job Views: 4
Posted: 29.06.2025
Expiry Date: 13.08.2025
Job Description:
Interim Priest in Charge of 2 parishes: Toxteth St Bede with St Clement & Wavertree St Bridget with St Thomas
Overview
We are looking for a pastorally wise and strategic priest to work across these 2 vibrant parishes for an interim (3 yrs) period. The role involves building on current community links and guiding the parishes as they transition into a new future as part of Hope Parish Liverpool within the diocesan strategy of being Fit for Mission.
The successful candidate will be a leader in the Diocese of Liverpool, inspiring lay leadership, discerning vision, and fostering growth in numbers, spiritual depth, and justice work within the communities.
Post Introduction
This role combines responsibilities for two distinct but adjacent parishes, serving 3 church buildings and 2 congregations. The post is a 3-year interim position during a pastoral reorganization process, with potential future roles within the new parish structure.
Liverpool is a vibrant city with rich cultural, transport, sporting, and educational facilities. The churches are located in a diverse, densely populated area close to the city center, near various amenities and green spaces like Sefton Park and Wavertree Aquatic Centre.
Main responsibilities
* Developing vision for deeper community links
* Facilitating change during the transition within FfM
* Helping develop sustainable building use plans for mission
Closing Date: Sunday 29th June
Contact: Ven Dr Miranda Threlfall-Holmes, Archdeacon of Liverpool
We are actively seeking to increase diversity in our diocese and are using anonymous shortlisting.
Part of the Clergy Team in Liverpool Diocese
Our mission is to grow the church and make a bigger impact—more people knowing Jesus and working for justice. Our four mission priorities are:
1. Introducing people to Jesus
2. Developing Christian leaders
3. Working for justice
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