Vicar of Holy Trinity Headington Quarry

Introduction

The Bishop of Oxford is seeking a new Vicar for Holy Trinity, Headington Quarry, a single-church benefice in the East of Oxford, with a liberal catholic tradition.  Our vision is to be ‘an open door between heaven and earth, showing God’s love to all’.  We are a family-friendly and inclusive eco-church.

We are looking for a vicar who is:

• Godly, faithful and prayerful who will lead us further in our Christian journey
• Willing to encourage the many talents in the congregation
• An inspirational preacher with excellent liturgical skills
• Committed to pastoral care in the community for both young and old
• A people person with excellent communication and team working skills

We offer: 

• A vibrant, inclusive seeking to follow Christ
• A variety of services from Holy Communion and Choral Evensong to Taize
• A recently extended and refurbished building with a new meeting space and kitchen
• Strong support from an excellent lay and ordained ministry team and PCC, as well as a paid administrator and an extensive group of volunteers 
• A large, modern, 4 bedroom house with study and garden adjacent to the church

For an informal conversation about the post please contact the Archdeacon of Oxford, Jonathan Chaffey, on archdeacon.oxford@oxford.anglican.org or the Area Dean Geoff Bayliss on g.bayliss@btinternet.com

Closing date: 18^th April

Visits and Interviews: 12^th May 
 
 This post is subject to enhanced disclosure from the DBS