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“Whatever you’re interested in, there’s a place for you in Lichfield Diocese.”

Welcome to one of the most diverse dioceses in the country. Rolling countryside and vibrant inner city life nestle together in a region that takes in Staffordshire, the Potteries of Stoke-on-Trent, most of Shropshire and bustling Black Country centres including Walsall and Wolverhampton. The only thing we don’t have is the sea!

It’s the two million people from a multitude of backgrounds and cultures who live in here that make all the difference. “We don’t need to go into the world, the world has come to us!” remarks one vicar.  “People love you in spectacular ways,” says another.

Lichfield Diocese is known for its innovative and cutting-edge approach to ministry, with a have-a-go attitude that encourages clergy to experiment and pioneer new paths as we together discover where God is at work.

We’d love to help you get to know Lichfield Diocese better. Get in touch with us at comms@lichfield.anglican.org

For those based overseas, see our policy on authorisation for ministry for people from the worldwide Anglican Communion and induction and familairisation details.


Our latest vacancies are:


Priest in Charge: Mid Trent Benefice

We are a community of ten churches in eight beautiful rural Staffordshire parishes operating as one in our aim to grow the numbers of people touched by the gospel through our church services and by outreach into our communities. Closing Date: 23 January 2025.


The Watershed Benefice: Interim Minister (Rector Designate)

We are seeking a full-time Interim Minister (Rector Designate) to this post in rural Staffordshire. The post is available for three-years, with the potential to extend for a further period or make permanent if circumstances allow. Closing Date: 20 February 2025


Vicar (0.5): Pattingham with Patshull

This is an exciting opportunity for a 0.5 post in a village of 2,200 inhabitants, set in a predominantly rural environment, situated between the West Midlands and Shropshire. Closing Date: 24 January 2025

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Vicar: Stafford Saint Paul and Saint Thomas

We are seeking a vicar who will lead our two churches which are active and involved as an open evangelical Christian presence in the communities we serve. With the Bible as our basis and led by the Spirit, we listen to, and try to live out, the teachings of Jesus. Closing date: 2 February 2025.


Encounter Enabler

The Diocese of Lichfield seeks to appoint an Enabler to work within the new Encounter project team, working with primary schools and churches in Stoke on Trent to create new worshipping communities across the City. Closing Date: 5 February 2025.


Priest in Charge: Mid Trent Benefice

We are a community of ten churches in eight beautiful rural Staffordshire parishes operating as one in our aim to grow the numbers of people touched by the gospel through our church services and by outreach into our communities. Closing Date: 23 January 2025.


Vicar - Wolverhampton St Jude

We are a vibrant multi-cultural, all age and growing congregation, with flourishing children’s work. Closing Date: 2 February 2025.


Priest in Charge (Rector Designate): Central Wolverhampton

Two city centre churches seek a new priest to lead, inspire and connect with our community. Closing Date: 14 February 2025.


Assistant Priest: Tamworth

'Following Jesus Christ today in the Ancient Capital of Mercia’ Situated in and around the market town of Tamworth in Staffordshire, this Parish offers huge potential for growth and creative mission. Are you the right person to help shape and develop our ministry in the future?


Rector: Llanyblodwel, Llanymynech, Morton and Trefonen

An opportunity in an established Benefice for both spiritual and personal fulfilment through the development of our four rural parishes. Closing Date: 14 February 2025.

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Vicar: Rocester, Denstone and Croxden with Hollington

We are eager to find our new Vicar who will welcome working with effective PCCs and church wardens, active, faithful and engaged congregations and a supportive rural community. Closing Date: 13 February 2025


Team Vicar (0.5): Acton Trussell with Bednall and Dunston with Coppenhall

The parishes of Acton Trussell with Bednall and Dunston with Coppenhall are part of the Penkridge Team, near Stafford and would like to appoint a part-time Team Vicar. Closing Date:30 January 2025.


Anglican Chaplain, Lay or Ordained

HMP Foston Hall Closing date: 31st January 2025

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Youth Worker

St James' Church, Brownhills

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Children and Families Worker/Co-ordinator

St Andrew’s, Westlands, Newcastle-under- Lyme

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Curacy Vacancies

Come and serve your title in the fabulous Diocese of Lichfield


Overseas clergy applications

Policy on authorisation for ministry in the Diocese of Lichfield for clergy from other parts of the Anglican Communion

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