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Vicar of Christ Church, Guildford

Vacancy Reference cofe/TP/95413/10106

Number of Positions:
1
Contract Type:
Office Holder
Salary/Stipend:
Location:
Guildford
Closing Date:
12/05/2026
Vacancy Category:
Clergy: Incumbent / Priest in Charge
Business Unit:
Diocese of Guildford
Organizational Unit:
Church Commissioners

Introduction

Christ Church is a welcoming parish church, with an evangelical heritage, close to Guildford town centre in Surrey. We offer an exciting opportunity to lead a church with significant potential into its next phase. 

We are praying for a vicar who will: 

  • preach clear, relevant, Bible-based sermons 
  • grow Christ Church, appealing to and attracting young adults and families 
  • develop and encourage a collaborative leadership team 
  • think strategically and be bold to try new things 
  • strengthen our outward focus to engage with our local community 

We will offer you: 

  • a church that is ready to grow and adapt 
  • a church family committed to caring for your wellbeing through prayer and practical support 
  • a supportive churchwarden team, engaged PCC and excellent administrator 
  • committed, enthusiastic and capable church members
  • a large 5-bedroom vicarage next to the church

Please see the Parish Profile using the link below.  And if you would like to have an informal conversation, please contact the Archdeacon of Surrey at Catharine.Mabuza@cofeguildford.org.uk 

As a diocese we believe that diversity is a strength.  We actively welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those who are female, younger, identify themselves as a UK Minority Ethnic/Global Majority Heritage, or disabled, as it's essential that we reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

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