Vicar of Lostock Hall St James with Farington Moss St Paul

Introduction

Could God be calling you to Lostock Hall & Farington Moss? Two churches. One welcoming benefice. A new season ahead. 

The Benefice of Lostock Hall St James and Farington Moss St Paul is prayerfully seeking a warm, energetic and encouraging priest to lead us forward into renewal, growth and deeper discipleship.

After a challenging chapter in our shared story, both churches are ready for a fresh beginning — rooted in faith, hope and a desire to flourish. We are two different but complementary parishes:

St James – a friendly suburban church with a strong choir, lively community connections, and a well‑used church hall right at the heart of the village.

St Paul’s – a rural‑edged parish with a growing congregation, a thriving C of E primary school, and a much‑loved church hall that hums with community life.

We are praying for a priest who will:

• Inspire and deepen our worship
• Help us grow in line with the Diocesan Vision and LYCiG
• Strengthen our ministry with children, families and schools
• Be visible, approachable and joyfully present in our communities
• Support us as we rebuild, refresh and re‑imagine our mission
• Bring enthusiasm, encouragement and a steady spiritual presence
• Value traditional Anglican worship while embracing opportunities to innovate

If you are a pastoral, prayerful priest with a heart for village and suburban ministry, a desire to nurture healing and unity, and a passion for mission and community, we warmly invite you to explore our benefice and consider joining us for the next chapter of our journey.

Closing date: 31^st March 2026

Interviews will be held on: 23^rd April 2026

For an informal conversation about the post, please contact Archdeacon of Blackburn The Ven Jane Atkinson jane.atkinson@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/