Visionary Rector for a Welcoming Oxfordshire Parish

Church of England; Sutton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Christ Church Oxford seeks a rector for the Damascus Parish, covering Drayton, Appleford, Milton, Sutton Courtenay and Steventon. The priest will be a strong visionary leader who listens well, cares deeply, and has a sense of humour.

The role includes engaging communities, encouraging lay involvement and working closely with the current ministry team and congregations. DBS enhanced disclosure is required, with interviews on 19 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Requires strong personal faith and a listening, caring approach with a sense of humour.
• Experience in parish leadership or church governance is desirable.
• DBS enhanced disclosure is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Damascus Parish with five churches across Drayton, Appleford, Milton, Sutton Courtenay and Steventon.
• Engage with communities, encourage lay involvement and work with the ministry team and congregations.

Job description

Christ Church Oxford seeks a rector for the Damascus Parish, covering Drayton, Appleford, Milton, Sutton Courtenay and Steventon. The priest will be a strong visionary leader who listens well, cares deeply, and has a sense of humour.

The role includes engaging communities, encouraging lay involvement and working closely with the current ministry team and congregations. DBS enhanced disclosure is required, with interviews on 19 November 2026.