Rural benefice in Oxfordshire seeks house-for-duty priest to further our mission.

What we are looking for in our Associate Priest

• A true person of God.
• Comfortable with the style and theology of the Book of Common Prayer, and willing to explore different types of services.
• Supportive of ecumenical links.
• Able to work with others, both lay and ordained.
• Able to communicate and relate well with others both inside and outside the church.
• Able to think imaginatively and contribute to the strategic development of the benefice.
• Willing to live in a house provided in the benefice and to offer ministry across the benefice.
• Able to give two days each week plus Sundays to the role.
• Willing to use your gifts and interests to lead on an area for development of your choice.

What we offer

• Opportunities for personal development and a balanced way of life appropriate to the person’s stage in life while taking part in general parish ministry.
• An attractive living and working environment in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
• Being part of small but committed congregations with supportive church wardens, PCCs, and parishioners.

The role is offered for a fixed term of 5 years.

For an informal discussion, please contact the Rector, Rev Dr Nikolaj Christensen (rector@wantagedowns.org / 01235 634940).

Further information about the Diocese is available at https://www.oxford.anglican.org/

• Closing date: 25th October 2023.
• Interviews: 15th November 2023.

DBS Enhanced Disclosure is required.