Archdeacon of Blackburn

Is God Calling you to be the Archdeacon of Blackburn?

The Diocese of Blackburn is seeking a priest with a passionate faith in the Gospel and with experience in the renewal of Parish life to be the next Archdeacon of Blackburn following the retirement of the Ven Mark Ireland.

The successful candidate will carry out the duties of an Archdeacon but do so in a way that is strongly aware of the evangelistic dimension of this important ministry. They will carry a portfolio for ‘Making Disciples’ across the Diocese and will work with a staff and volunteer team to lead on this strand of Vision 2026.

The Archdeacon of Blackburn will need to be:

• Experienced in the renewal of Parish life and the growth of the Church

• Committed to the pastoral care of clergy and lay leaders

• Encouraging, positive and confident

• A person of disciplined prayer

• Emotionally intelligent, self-aware and a natural team player

• Approachable, with good pastoral and listening skills

• Able to think strategically

We welcome a broad range of applicants. We are particularly keen to encourage applications from female priests and those of global majority heritage. Applicants need to have been ordained for at least six years.

Full details are in the application pack available by clicking the ‘apply for this job’ button below (job reference: cofe/TP/2804/8138).

To arrange an informal conversation, contact:

Bishops House on 01254 248234 or [email protected]

Closing date for applications: 22 June 2025
Interviews will be held on: TBA