Christ Church Lille, Chaplain

ICS seeks an experienced, enthusiastic, evangelical priest to lead this diverse and multi-cultural church in Lille, a lively, cosmopolitan city with a huge student population. He/she needs to have well-developed pastoral and teaching skills, be willing to explore both high and low church traditions in style and musical provision. Someone who is able to embrace the cultural and denominational diversity within this worshipping community of all nationalities, to grow discipleship and congregation numbers.

They must:

• Be able to represent the church in the public space and with institutional partners.

• Have knowledge of written French (to at least level A1) and spoken French (to at least level B1 is desired), commitment to develop further is essential. Fluency in English is also required.

The package includes a half stipend, a four-bedroom house, pension contributions and usual expenses. Lille is an international transport hub, with excellent road and rail connections.

For a recruitment pack, contact Ms Jeannette Spaanderman:

ajspaanderman@ics-uk.org or phone +44 (0)24 7646 3940

Closing date for applications: 3 October 2025

Interview: 3, 4 November (Zoom) 20, 21 November (Lille)

There is a commitment to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding Policies (vetting and screening) will apply to this post. 

The Diocese in Europe is keen to encourage applications from women and candidates from GMH backgrounds