Vicar of Over Wyre

Introduction

Could God be calling you to lead a joyful, creative and deeply rooted rural benefice at an exciting time of growth and renewal?

The Over Wyre Benefice is seeking a Parish Priest with a deep love of God, a heart for people, and the imagination to help discern and live into God’s unfolding future.

Situated on the Fylde, north and east of the River Wyre, Over Wyre is a joyful rural benefice of five parishes and six churches, rooted in prayer, hospitality and community life. Worship is varied and life‑giving, children and families are central to the vision of the parishes, with strong schools links and an enthusiastic ministry team  Although there is a rich history and heritage,  we are equally excited about what God is doing now – and what lies ahead.

We are praying for a Parish Priest who:

• Is deeply rooted in prayer, confident in their calling and secure in their identity in Christ
• Can lead collaboratively, and is willing to work alongside our volunteers and lay leaders, encouraging and equipping them in their ministries
• Has strong pastoral skills and is a good listener
• Has enthusiasm for mission, discipleship and growth
• Understands, or is open to learning about, rural and multi-parish ministry
• Will be a visible and meaningful presence, both in church and across our local communities
• Brings joy, humour and hope to leadership

If you’re a prayerful, collaborative priest with a heart for people, discipleship and rural ministry, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing date:  9th March 2026

Interviews will be held on: 26^th March 2026

For an informal conversation about the post, please contact the Archdeacon of Lancaster: Ven David Picken (David.Picken@blackburn.anglican.org)  

The Diocese of Blackburn believes that diversity enables us to thrive and develop and is committed to race equality, welcoming applications from UK Minority Ethnic/ Global Majority Heritage backgrounds  

The Diocese of Blackburn is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. 

For information about Blackburn diocese please follow this link https://jobs.churchofengland.org/blackburn/vision-2026/

For information on making an application through Pathways please follow this link https://jobs.churchofengland.org/HELP/candidate-faq/