We are seeking a Team Vicar to lead St James, Fordhouses and The Good Shepherd, Low Hill - two charismatic evangelical churches that recognise the priority of the Spirit and the Word and are eager to grow.
This is a significant opportunity to help shape the next season of evangelism, discipleship and growth, building on strong community connections.
We are looking for someone who:
- Loves Jesus and has experience of leading people to faith.
- Is outward-looking, able to see and join in with what God is doing in the community.
- Depends on the Holy Spirit and expects lives to be transformed.
- Greatly values promoting God’s Word through faithful preaching and teaching.
- Can work collaboratively, helping to shape vision across a team parish.
- Is committed to growing disciples and developing others in ministry.
We offer:
- A supportive team ministry with three churches working closely together.
- Encouraging signs of spiritual hunger in the community.
- Committed and developing lay leadership.
- A deep desire to see God move by His Spirit supported by regular and lively prayer.
- Administrative support and a collaborative Team Rector.
All applicants should normally have 3 years experience in the Church of England or another Anglican church in the British Isles.
Enquiries:please contact the Archdeacon of Walsall, The Ven. Liz Jackson on 01543 622590 or email
and the Team Rector: The Revd Dr Ian Poole on 07932 120957 or email
Closing Date:25 September 2026
Familiarisation Day:21 October 2026
Interviews:28 October 2026
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THE LICHFIELD DIOCESAN BOARD OF FINANCE (INCORPORATED) Recruitment Team
