Pastor for Families and Community

Join us at Church Lane – Everybody’s Church (CLEC)

At Church Lane Everybody’s Church (CLEC), we believe church should feel like family. Located in the heart of the historic market town of Stafford, we are a church with a simple vision: to discover Jesus, follow Jesus, and share the good news of Jesus in our community (Discover,Follow,Share).

Our church family is wonderfully diverse, bringing together children, young people, families, working adults and retirees. Throughout the week our building is full of life - from Bible study groups and youth activities to our thriving parent and toddler group, badminton club and keep fit sessions for older adults. These activities welcome not only members of our church family but many people from the wider community who may have little or no previous experience of church. You can find more information about the activities at the church on our web site https://www.clec.org.uk/pastor-vacancy

We are excited about the next chapter in our journey. We are seeking someone who shares our heart for people, has a passion for teaching God’s word, and is eager to help us strengthen our church family - particularly by supporting children, young people and families as they grow in faith together.

This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to help shape the future of a growing church family and make a lasting difference in our town.

About Us

CLEC is an independent church, with values and teaching similar to those of churches within the Baptist tradition. Leadership is provided by a team of elders, with the Pastor serving as one of the elders and providing particular leadership in teaching, pastoral ministry and discipleship. Our pastor, who is retiring after 9 years in the role, works with 5 other elders, three of these elders are also the trustees of the church.

Being located in the centre of Stafford means our community is unique. Rather than serving one housing estate, we welcome people from across the town and surrounding villages. Many first connect with us through our weekday activities, friendships or simply by walking through our doors.

Our town provides exciting opportunities for ministry. Stafford is home to a large sixth form college, the County Hospital and a Category C prison. We work alongside local Christian organisations as part of Love Stafford www.lovestafford.org.uk.

The Opportunity

Working alongside our leadership team, you will help nurture a welcoming church family where people of every age can be helped to discover, follow, share Jesus.

A particular focus of this role will be encouraging and equipping families, strengthening relationships across generations, and helping people become mature followers of Jesus.

While we have identified key priorities, we would expect you to develop your own gifts, experience, and vision to complement those of others in the church family.

Could God Be Calling You?

If you have a heart for people, love teaching God’s Word, enjoy building community and want to help families flourish in their faith, we would love to hear from you.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming church family at an important moment in our story as together we seek God’s leading for the future.

How to Apply

For an informal conversation about the role, or to request an application pack, please contact: andrewcook@clec.org.uk

Closing Date

The closing date for this role is Thursday 3rd December 2026