Warnell Group
0.5 Priest-in-Charge
(Benefices of Westward, Rosley-with-Woodside and Welton;
And Caldbeck, Castle Sowerby and Sebergham).
An opportunity to lead this fabulous group of parishes in the Lake District northern fells, perched above the Solway plain. The churches are all within a radius of 5 miles from the centre of Caldbeck, where the beautiful Grade II listed vicarage is situated. The group works well together and has adapted its service pattern to suit a part-time post.
Is God calling you to join us in the beautiful Warnell Group?
- Do you show leadership that enables the churches you will serve to thrive and grow?
- Will you share faith in Christ and accompany others on their faith journey?
- Can you manage change?
- Are you able to balance the traditional with new and to value and meet the different needs of different generations?
- Are you convinced of the value of developing local lay ministry – creating a community of the faithful?
- Are you committed to developing faith with and for children, young people, families and our schools?
- Do you communicate well with young and old alike?
- Do you have a clear understanding of rural ministry or a willingness to learn?
- Are you flexible, fun, energetic and enthusiastic with a sense of humour?
For an informal conversation please contact:
The Ven. Stewart Fyfe, Archdeacon of West Cumberland
Archdeacon.West@CarlisleDiocese.orguk
T: 07552 428772
For further information please visit www.carlislediocese.org.uk/vacancies
Closing date for applications: 28 January 2026
Provisional interview date: 11 March 2026
Please return completed applications to liz.howson@carlislediocese.org.uk
