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Oversight Minister of Market Rasen
Vacancy Reference cofe/TP/21444/9861
Introduction
The Diocese of Lincoln is seeking a confident, visionary and community‑minded Rector to lead a group of warm, prayerful and collaborative churches within the West Lindsey Deanery Partnership, serving both market town and rural communities. The benefice includes Market Rasen (a Local Mission Church) alongside Linwood, Lissington and Legsby (Celebration Churches), each with its own character, rhythm of worship and strong local identity.
What you will find here
- A benefice united in its desire to welcome, support and work alongside its priest.
- Room to develop ideas, innovate, and shape local mission.
- A strong culture of lay leadership, flexibility and encouragement.
We Offer
- Top‑10 stipends nationally, excellent housing standards and full property maintenance.
- A well‑appointed 4‑bedroom parsonage in Market Rasen, with diocesan maintenance and environmental upgrades (including solar panels).
- Wellbeing support including EAP, Health Cash Plan (optional), counselling access, CMD programmes and annual retreat provision.
- A 36‑hour rest period, monthly two‑day midweek “weekend,” and strong commitment to clergy wellbeing.
For an informal conversation about this post please contact: Steve.johnson@lincoln.anglican.org
Closing: Midday Friday March 6, 2026
Shortlisting: Monday March 9, 2026
Parish Visit: Mutually convenient date to be offered
Interview: Monday March 23, 2026
To find out more about us follow below
 | The Market Rasen Group |
 | St Thomas Market Rasen |
 | Live Service Stream Youtube |
| | The Lincoln Diocese |
| | Lord Show us the Way |
| | Focal Ministry |
