Priest-in-Charge Walton St John

Priest-in-Charge Walton St John

Lead a Prayerful, Hope‑Filled Church Family into a New Season of Growth and Mission.

St John’s Walton and St Peter’s Holymoorside, located in Chesterfield on the edge of the beautiful Peak District National Park, together form a warm, prayerful and mission‑minded church family, rooted in Scripture and eager to grow in faith, unity and outreach across two vibrant worshipping communities.

This new season offers an exciting opportunity for a collaborative, Spirit‑led priest to help shape a shared vision, nurture ministry across all ages, and guide the parish through a hopeful future that includes developing St John’s as a potential resourcing church and strengthening connections with the wider community.

• A loving, prayerful church family
• A parish eager for vision and growth
• Strong lay ministry and team culture
• A well‑maintained, spacious vicarage
• A beautiful and strategic location

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Enquiries to: Venerable Matthew Trick, Archdeacon of East Derbyshire [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

For further information, and to apply, please use the links below:

• Letter from the Bishop of Repton
• Parish Profile
• Role Description
• Application Form

Closing date for applications: Noon, Thursday 4 June 2026

Interview date: Thursday 25 June 2026