Welcome to The Lantern Church

The Lantern Church is a vibrant, charismatic-evangelical church in Merley, near Wimborne. We are part of the Canford Magna parish (Salisbury Diocese) and a Hub church in the New Wine Network, we exist to be a family of God, sharing His heart to reach the lost, grow the found, and transform our communities.

We find ourselves at a pivotal moment in the life of the church. We are growing across the generations, especially amongst the young, and heading into our 50th year with momentum and expectation. The Lantern has been growing and is currently a community of approximately 400 adults, 75 in school years 0-6 and 80 in school years 7-13, with believers old and new.

The ministry and mission of the church is supported by a wonderful, capable staff team and wider lay leadership. However, we are seeking a new senior leader to join the team, helping to support the pastoral and discipleship needs of a growing church and enabling the whole church to pioneer new things. We long to play our part in making Jesus known in our area, sensing God calling us into new forms of mission and ministry, grounded in ancient rhythms of apprenticeship to Jesus.

We are looking for an Associate Minister to join our team and work alongside Mike Tufnell, our vicar and Team Rector. This senior clergy role is one of significant responsibility and opportunity and we are praying God will already be preparing the right person to respond to his call and join with what God is doing amongst us and calling us into. So could God be calling you to a new Kingdom adventure with us here near the south coast?

Do have a read of the full job description linked below, explore the QR codes within its photos to get a feel of the church, pray and get in touch if you would like to explore it further...https://thelanternchurch.org/vacancies

Application deadline: 28th September 2025