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St Mark, Barrow in Furness


Diocese of Carlisle



St Mark’s Barrow is a town-centre evangelical Anglican church in the heart of the town of Barrow in Furness. We are seeking a Minister who will help us play our part in a wider vison for church planting and revitalisation, ‘The Cumbrian Way’.


We are looking for

A Christ-centered, outward-focused clergy person who will build on our continuing ministry to the poorest in the town. 

  • who has a track record of mission and evangelism, Church leadership and engagement with the wider community. 
  • who will work with colleagues to help deliver the Rising Faith Barrow Programme as part of the ‘Cumbrian Way’. 
  • who will develop a strategy for town centre chaplaincy in Barrow.
  • A supportive congregation who are committed to reaching Barrow with the gospel
  • Supportive colleagues who you will work alongside
  • A fully supportive Diocesan Team
  • An exciting vison for this most special of Cumbrian towns 


We offer:

  • A supportive congregation who are committed to reaching Barrow with the gospel
  • Supportive colleagues who you will work alongside
  • A fully supportive Diocesan Team
  • An exciting vison for this most special of Cumbrian towns

Apply, or Find Out More

For an informal conversation about this role, please contact Archdeacon Vernon Ross (Tel: 07388 377105 – Email: Archdeacon.South@carlislediocese.org.uk)


Further details, including the statement of needs and person specification, can be found at the link below:

More Information Here

Key dates:


  • Closing Date: 27th November 2026 9am
  • Interview Date: 16th December 2026



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