Sheffield Cathedral is seeking a Sub-Prior to help establish and lead the newly forming Community of St Paulinus (CsP) — a vibrant, prayerful, and missional community rooted in the inclusive sacramental tradition.
The Community will form the heart of the Cathedral’s expanding calling as a resourcing church, blending ancient monastic practices of prayer, study, fellowship, and service with the tools of 21st-century church planting and pioneering mission.
We are looking for someone who will:
Lead and shape a new non-residential monastic community
Deepen our partnership with three urban parishes serving some of the most economically deprived places in Sheffield
Recruit, mentor and deploy missioners to collaboratively serve in these diverse urban contexts
Launch new worshipping communities at the Cathedral itself including a charismatic catholic congregation
Embody resilience, adaptability, good humour and a pioneering spirit grounded in contemplative prayer
The Sub-Prior may be lay or ordained and will have at least two years' experience of pioneering or planting ministries. A passion for contemplative mission, vibrant sacramental life, and social transformation is essential.
For an informal conversation, please contact the Canon Missioner and Prior, The Revd Canon Justin Dodd: justin.dodd@sheffield-cathedral.org.uk
How to Apply:
Closing date for applications is: 5pm on Friday 13 June 2025
Completed Applications should be sent to the Dean’s Executive Assistant on frances.johnston@sheffield-cathedral.org.uk
Interviews: Friday 20 June 2025