St Mary’s Headington, a single-church benefice in Cowley Deanery, is seeking a vicar who is excited by the message of the Gospel and has a heart for God and for community-minded mission.

We are looking for a vicar who will:
•   Offer a balanced ministry of word and sacrament, guided by the Holy Spirit
•   Support Bible-based discipleship and mission
•   Bring people to faith in Jesus Christ and see the church grow
•   Engage, through preaching, with a broad range of listeners with varying outlooks, ages and understanding
•   Welcome, value and encourage everyone to use their gifts
•   Engage with schools and other community groups

We offer:
•   A warm, diverse and engaged congregation, already deeply rooted in parish mission
•   An opportunity to lead stage 2 of our building project, ‘Building to Serve’
•   An invitation to seek fresh vision together for the next phase of our church life
•   A renovated church, with improved facilities
•   Four-bedroom house with garage and large enclosed garden

The deadline for submission of applications is 26 May 2026.

Further informatioin can be found in the Parish Profile and to apply please visit: Pathways Website

Shortlisting will take place on 28 May. Interviews expected to take place on 4 June, applicants are encouraged to keep this date free.

For further details contact the Archdeacon of Oxford, the Venerable Jonathan Chaffey on archdeacon.oxford@oxford.anglican.org.

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