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2016

Dear Friends Writing this time last year I said of 2015 ‘inevitably many of our thoughts this year will focus on the process of appointing and welcoming the new Bishop of Oxford'.

My message for 2016 is, of course, much the same and I sincerely hope, as I know do many others, that the deliberations of the Crown Nominations Commission in the first few months of the year will result in an

appointment. However, for most of the year we will continue to be working without our next bishop being in post.

Another thing I said 12 months ago was not accurate either. I wrote that ‘2015 may not be a year of big new initiatives’ but in many respects that has not been true – and certainly as we move into 2016 a lot of new things will be happening.

We will be moving Diocesan Church House into a new office; celebrating the arrival of our new Director of Mission; working with a re-shaped DDO and Vocations Team; continuing to wonder at the pace of change within the world of Education; watching with interest how the ‘Shared Conversations’ on sexuality benefit both the participants and the wider diocese; and seeing the first stages of the Partnership for Missional Church in the Reading Area.

But, important as these are, the centre of this diocese lies in the life of its parishes and benefices as they serve and proclaim God’s Kingdom. It is all too easy, especially as a bishop, to get over-concerned with the workings of the institution and to confuse those with the centre of the Church’s life. The latter are important, but the former are central.

So may God bless the life of your parish and benefice , and all that you are praying for in his name for 2016.

With every blessing.

The Rt Revd Colin Fletcher (Bishop of Dorchester and Acting Bishop of Oxford)

Bishop of Oxford (Vacancy) e [email protected] t 01865 208222

The Revd Graham Sykes Chaplain to the Bishop (part-time) e [email protected] t 01865 208221

Christine Lodge PA to the Bishop e [email protected] t 01865 208222

Debbie Perry Administrative Assistant to the Bishop (part-time) e [email protected] t 01865 208223

PRAYER FOR THE YEAR

The Venerable Martin Gorick Archdeacon of Oxford e [email protected] t 01865 208263

Claire Barratt Secretarial/Admin Support to the Archdeacon of Oxford (part-time) e [email protected] t 01865 208732

Gracious Lord and shepherd of your pilgrim Church, We bless you and praise you that you have gathered us, from across this diocese, to be one flock, within one fold. By your Spirit, Give us wisdom, courage and faith as we seek a faithful pastor who will sustain us on the journey feed us with word and sacrament and nurture our 'Living Faith' inspiring us to follow you ever more closely. This we ask in the name of Jesus, our loving, faithful shepherd who is the beginning and the end of all that we are and seek and do.

Amen

Who's who

Front cover photo of Bishop Colin at Bannister House by Simon Williams. The information published was correct at time of printing (October 2015).

Our fourth Diocesan 'Leading your Church into Growth' Conference will take place from 23 to 26 May at High Leigh Conference Centre.

Further details available by emailing [email protected] or phoning 07785 990208.

Introduction

The Bishop of Dorchester The Rt Revd Colin Fletcher e [email protected] t 01865 208218

Area Offices:

The Bishop of Buckingham The Rt Revd Alan Wilson e [email protected] t 01494 862173

The Archdeacon of Buckingham The Venerable Karen Gorham e [email protected] t 01865 208264

The Bishop of Reading The Rt Revd Andrew Proud e [email protected] t 0118 984 1216

The Archdeacon of Berkshire The Venerable Olivia Graham e [email protected] t 01635 552820

The Diocese of Oxford covers Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. In our Diocese we have: • More parishes and churches than any other

diocese in the Church of England• A population of 2,226,000 (2011)• 290 benefices • 622 parishes • 815 churches, of which more than 650 are

listed buildings • Around 50,000 people on our church electoral

rolls • Approximately 600 parochial clergy, plus

around 400 active retired clergy and 100 on non-parochial licences

• Around 300 Licensed Lay Ministers• Four bishops and four archdeacons• Around 100 Youth/Children/Family workers• Around 58,000 children attending our church

schools.

Secretarial/Admin Support to the Bishop of Dorchester and the Archdeacon of Dorchester Carolyn Jupe and Yvonne Powell e [email protected] e [email protected] t 01865 208218 / 01865 208245

Secretarial/Admin Support to the Bishop of Buckingham Catherine Green and Caroline Everitt (part-time) e [email protected] e [email protected] t 01865 208750 / 01865 208751

Secretarial/Admin Support to the Bishop of Reading Jane Garrard (part-time) and Lesley Young (part-time) e [email protected] e [email protected] t 01865 208741 / 0118 984 1216

Secretarial/Admin Support to the Archdeacon of Buckingham Helen Walker e [email protected] t 01865 208266

Secretarial/Admin Support to the Archdeacon of Berkshire Alison Taylor (part-time) e [email protected] t 01635 552820 / 01865 208275

The Archdeacon of Dorchester The Venerable Judy French e [email protected] t 01865 208245

About us

Priorities for 2012 Bullet white

What we doThe Oxford Diocesan Board of Education (ODBE) has the largest number of schools and academies of any diocese in England. We appoint nearly one thousand governors to these schools. The schools range from small village primary schools to large urban secondary schools; there are voluntary aided and voluntary controlled schools, together with academies – most of which are part of Multi-Academy Trusts. Strong governance, however, across all of these schools is crucial to ensure they thrive and is therefore a key strategic priority in 2016 for the Education Team.

Schools and headteachers require reliable and effective governance and in the current rapidly changing educational landscape, the need for an effective governing body with the right skills and competencies has never been greater.

ODBE is wholly committed to providing the best possible training and support for governors who serve our schools so that leaders can work together, within a climate of support and challenge, to drive vision and improve outcomes for our children.

To this end ODBE has developed a modular governor training programme (www.oxford.anglican.org/schools/governors) which supports both Ofsted’s current criteria for governance and Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) core questions.

Securing a Multi-Academy Trust option for all church schools who want or need one.

Working with the New Communities Group to establish options for new church schools in areas of significant housing growth.

Working to serve local communities by identifying, training and supporting school governors and academy trustees.

Who's who Anne Davey Director of Education e [email protected] t 01865 208237 Fiona Craig Deputy Director (School Effectiveness) e [email protected] t 01865 208772 Gordon Joyner Deputy Director (Resources) e [email protected] t 01865 208240 Schools Link Advisory Team Frances Bartlett, Joanne Daly, Karen Metcalfe, Eileen Northey, Christine Price-Smith, Robin Sharples, Robert Simpson, Elaine Skinner, Sarah Thomas and Lesley Turville. RE Team Anne Andrews Members of these teams can be contacted through the Schools Support Officer.

Tracy Richardson Schools Support Officer e [email protected] t 01865 208242

Penny Bingham Executive Assistant (part-time) e [email protected] t 01865 208237 Liz Harrison Premises Officer e [email protected] t 01865 208276 Christine Jones Admission and Appeals Officer e [email protected] t 01865 208279 Helen Mitchell Administration Co-ordinator e [email protected] t 01865 208217 Lesley Nicoll Premises Officer e [email protected] t 01865 208239

Emma Nawrocki Administration Assistant (part-time) e [email protected] t 01865 208272

The Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust is the multi-academy trust for church schools wishing to become academies within the diocese. www.oxford.anglican.org/schools/odst

PRIORITIES FOR 2016

Schools and Education

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For details of the Vocations in Bucks event on 13 January see www.tinyurl.com/qxwpp4p or email [email protected]

For details about the Clergy Safeguarding Training phone 01865 208252.For details about the Parish Magazine Training Dayphone 01865 208225.

Our purpose is to create a caring, sustainable and growing Christian presence in every partof the Diocese of Oxford.

Proverbs 16:3Commit your work to the LORD,

and your plans will be established.”“2016January

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WHY?Christians are called to make the world a better place. It’s our mission. Church has been called ‘an unlikely coalition of justice-seeking friends’ and such coalitions are at work across the Diocese of Oxford, making a fantastic contribution to the transformation of individuals and communities. The Mission in the World Group celebrates these activities, encourages and resources them, and constantly seeks ways to maximize their impact. WHAT?The Mission in the World Team supports a large network of volunteers, who bring passion and expertise to a vast array of themes, including: rural issues, the environment, poverty and injustice, disability, mental health and wellbeing, the spiritual care of older people, international development and global issues, pastoral care, and community engagement in rural, urban and suburban settings. HOW?• Training events and resource days: open to all, usually for

nominal or subsidised fees. • Multi-media resources, including written factsheets and

guides (eg ‘Welcome, Inclusion, Respect’ on disability); an environment blog (see www.earthingfaith.org); 999 Food (on emergency food aid in the Thames Valley); Food Matters resources for the four seasons of the year; Simple Guides to Making a Difference in the World, and Community Engagement.

• Access to experts on many themes, eg health and social care, world politics, domestic situations.

• Information and support network (eg on fair-trade; urban deprivation; older people’s issues; pastoral care challenges).

If you feel we can help you, or if you have something to offer, please contact the Social Responsibility Adviser, Alison Webster.

Who's who

PRIORITIES FOR 2016Justice Forums on key issues of the moment, eg. housing and homelessness; the forced movement of people.

The launch of two new publications for use in parishes: 'Loneliness: Accident or Injustice' and 'Living Well in the End Times: A Christian resource to support people in making peace with the prospect of death'.

Contributing to the new diocesan rural strategy.

Refocusing on Fairtrade across the diocese.

A new focus on Climate Change.

Supporting churches to become dementia-friendly.

Alison Webster Social Responsibility Adviser e [email protected] t 01865 208213

Joanna Collicutt Adviser for the Spiritual Care of Older People (part-time) e [email protected] t 07583 917898

Glyn Evans Diocesan Rural Officer (part-time) e [email protected] t 01295 788021

Maranda St John Nicolle Diocesan World Development Adviser (part-time) e [email protected] t 01235 850267

Mission in the WorldDepartment of Mission



Diocesan AdvisoryCommitteemeeting

Glebe and BuildingsOxford and Dorchester sub-cttee meetings.

Glebe and BuildingsBerkshire sub-cttee meeting

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National Marriage Week begins

St Valentine's Day Lent 1

Shrove Tuesday

Ash Wednesday

Bishop's Council

Lent 2

Lent 3ClergySafeguarding Training.

For details of the Bridge Builders Social Media Day on 11 February email: [email protected]

Poverty Action Sunday.

General Synodbegins

General Synodends

Bridge BuildersSocial Media Day

For details of this year's Bloxham Festival taking place from 19 to 21 February seewww.bloxhamfaithandliterature.co.uk

Bloxham Festival

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Micah 6.8What does the LORD require of

you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with

your God?”“2016February

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What we doAll Christians are called to be disciples of Jesus Christ, living out that call in lives that give honour to God, being to the best of our ability what God has called us to be – mother, builder, physicist or shop keeper – and witnessing to Christ through our conduct, speech and values. Our churches exist to resource disciples in these tasks, or as the writer of Ephesians would say, to equip God’s people for work in his service, for building up the body of Christ. Within the Department of Mission, the Mission through Ministry team identifies, trains and develops ordained and licensed ministers whose work it is to help people worship God and live as disciples of Jesus in the world. • Our diocese produces a significant percentage of new

clergy for the Church of England. We work with those who offer for ministry to help them discern their call, prepare for selection and undertake training for their future ministries.

• We have around 100 curates. We support their training, helping them reflect on all they are learning as they serve in parishes around the diocese.

• We have about 35 people in training for licensed lay ministry at any one time and support the 350 people who serve through such ministry in parishes.

• We provide ongoing training, known as continuing ministerial development, to the 600 clergy found in every community in Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire.

Who's who

To support the team of Vocations Advisers working with enquirers wondering about their sense of vocation and to contribute to the development of a Diocesan Vocations strategy that responds to the needs on the ground. To ensure that our ordinands in training have good foundations for ministry and to nurture and continue the discernment processes with the large number of people offering for ordained ministry in the diocese. To enable our curates to gain the skills they need to go on to lead parishes and engage in other forms of ministry in a rapidly changing world and church.

To help local churches develop the discipleship of their lay members, particularly seeking to increase the confidence of church members to preach and lead worship.

PRIORITIES FOR 2016

Mission through Ministry

Caroline Windley Diocesan Director of Ordinands e [email protected] t 01865 208260 Vacancy Area Director of Ordinands (Berkshire) Vacancy Area Director of Ordinands (Bucks) and Adviser in Vocational Development Alison Price (Self-Supporting Minister) Assistant Area Director of Ordinands (Oxford) e [email protected] t 01865 247034 Raymond Obin (Self-Supporting Minister) Assistant Area Director of Ordinands (Oxford) e [email protected] t 01635 38212

Beren Hartless Director of Initial Ministerial Education (Curates) e [email protected] t 01865 208258

Phillip Tovey Deputy Warden of Licensed Lay Ministry e [email protected] t 01865 208212

Keith Beech-Gruneberg Director of Local Ministry Training e [email protected] t 01865 208282

Angela Tilby (part-time) Continuing Ministerial Development Adviser e [email protected] t 01865 208760

Bev Jane - Administrator (Oxford and Berkshire Directors of Ordinands) e [email protected] t 01865 208291

Vacancy Administrator (Bucks Director of Ordinands) t 01865 208283

Carolyn Main - Administrator (Curates and Local Ministry Training) e [email protected] t 01865 208257

Mandi Bowden - Administrator (Licensed Lay Ministry) (part-time) e [email protected] t 01865 208249

Department of Mission


Palm Sunday

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Easter Monday

Blessing of Oils at Christ ChurchCathedral

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Licensed LayMinisters Forum

For details of the Vocations in Bucks event on 9 March see www.tinyurl.com/qxwpp4p or email [email protected]

Courses 2016 - 2017

www.oxford.anglican.org/our-faith/lifelong-learning Tel: 01865 208257


Matthew 28.19Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son

and of the Holy Spirit.”“

One of the winning entries from last year's Easter competition in the Door newspaper.

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PRIORITIES FOR 2016

What we doAt the very end of Matthew’s Gospel, just before he ascends to heaven, Jesus gives to those who follow him his Great Commission: All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age. The Making Disciples team exists to support people, parishes and deaneries around the diocese as they seek to undertake this core task left by Jesus to his Church. We:• Help Christians reach out to others, enabling people to

make beginnings in faith and to be encouraged at all stages in their Christian journey.

• Work for a Church where children and young people are valued, nurtured and protected.

• Aim to inspire generous giving that enables parishes to be well resourced for mission and ministry.

• Resource strategic thinking and decision-making at parish and deanery level, helping disciples witness to Jesus through their presence, life and work.

Andrew Anderson-Gear Director of Mission e [email protected] t 01865 208251 Stephen Barber (part-time) Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser e [email protected] t 01865 208290

Ian Macdonald Diocesan Youth Adviser e [email protected] t 01865 208253

Yvonne Morris Diocesan Children’s Adviser e [email protected] t 01865 208255

Vacancy Christian Giving and Fundraising Adviser t 01865 208254

Vacancy Parish Development Adviser - Bucks and Continuing Ministerial Development Team t 01865 208256

Charles Chadwick Parish Development Adviser - Dorchester and Continuing Ministerial Development Team e [email protected] t 01865 208246

Catharine Morris Parish Development Adviser - Berks and Continuing Ministerial Development Team e [email protected] t 01865 208296

Peter Morgan New Communities Development Officer e [email protected] t 07429 440468

Melanie Hawgood (part-time) Administrator - Children and Youth Ministry t 01865 208252 e [email protected]

Sheila Townsend (part-time) - Administrator for the Director of Mission and the Continuing Ministerial Development Team e [email protected] t 01865 208277

Jeni Hobbs - Administrator (part-time) e [email protected] t 01865 208288

Making Disciples

The diocese's fourth 'Leading your Church into Growth' Conference will take place. Email [email protected] for details.

To continue to roll out a programme of safeguarding training to all clergy and licensed lay ministers in the diocese.

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For details about the Clergy Safeguarding Training phone 01865 208252.


Ephesians 4. 11-12The gifts he gave were that some would be

apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the

work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.

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Photo by Lambeth Palace

VOCATIONS SUNDAY - 24 APRIL

WEDDINGS FUNERALSBAPTISMS

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Children plant flower beds at the site of the new St Edburg’s School on the developing Kingsmere Estate. Photo: David Fleming

CONTACT YOUR ARCHDEACON'S OFFICE TO FIND OUT DETAILS OF THE VISITATIONS WHICH TAKE PLACE

DURING MAY AND JUNE.

Petronella Spivey Pastoral and Committee Secretary e [email protected] t 01865 208243

What we doParishes exist within defined boundaries, able to elect officers and undertaking a range of duties and functions. As such they are legal entities with responsibilities and charges laid upon them.From time to time, aspects of the life of parishes may need to change. For example, new parish structures may need to be created in order to respond to the needs of new areas of housing - one or more parish(es) may be united to streamline administration, or (very occasionally) a church may need to be closed. Such changes are of immense importance to the life of local communities and it is essential that they are handled sensitively, wisely, and because parishes are legal entities, with close attention. Within the diocese, the archdeaconry and diocesan mission and pastoral committees exist to oversee such activity. They do the following:• Work with deaneries and archdeaconries on pastoral

reorganisations such as unions of benefices and parishes, boundary changes and the creation of group and team ministries.

• Oversee the closure of churches where this needs to occur.

• Help the diocese plan for its future workforce needs for clergy and licensed lay ministers.

Who's who

New CommunitiesConstruction activity within the diocese continues apace as economic confidence takes hold. And, as our towns and villages expand, our deaneries and parishes are doing all they can to respond positively to the new and growing communities, whilst the diocese is responding through the New Communities Group, chaired by the Venerable Martin Gorick, the Archdeacon of Oxford.

Much was learned from our Building Capacity - New Communities Forums in 2015. Our aim now is to continue the work of Building Capacity by sharing information, experience and skills across the diocese. We want to focus on the local level and begin to address specific challenges facing parishes and deaneries. We’re doing all we can to create useful resources that are accessible through the New Communities website, we aim to make it a useful repository of information, guidance and advice for anyone involved in the mission in areas of new housing.

Collectively, this diocese has the necessary skills and experience, are aim is to improve the networks and links to facilitate pooling these together for the benefit of all. For further information contact Peter Morgan or the Archdeacon of Oxford (Chair of the New Communities Group).

The Venerable Martin Gorick The Archdeacon of Oxford e [email protected] t 01865 208263

The Venerable Olivia Graham The Archdeacon of Berkshire e [email protected] t 01635 552820

The Venerable Karen Gorham The Archdeacon of Buckingham e [email protected] t 01865 208264

Peter Morgan New Communities Development Officer e [email protected] t 07429 440468

The Venerable Judy French The Archdeacon of Dorchester e [email protected] t 01865 208245

Archdeaconry Mission and Pastoral Committees


Corpus Christi


Bishop'sCouncil

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Ascension Day (Diocesan Church House Closed)

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For details about the Vocations Enquiry Day in Gerrards Cross on Saturday 14 May email [email protected] See www.tinyurl.com/qxwpp4p for details about the Vocations in Bucks event on 11 May.


1 Peter 4.10Like good stewards of the manifold

grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has

received.”“

The Thames Pilgrim Way. Further information available at www.thamespilgrimway.org.uk

Headteachers Conference - 25 May Photo: 2015 Conference at Blenheim Palace

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What we do Apart from managing the housing portfolio, providing housing support for clergy and letting vacant houses to maximise income, we plan to help in the following areas:

• Provide design and project management services for building projects in schools.• Provide advice to churches on community use projects.• Work with PCCs and Local Authorities to help meet community needs, especially in new and expanding communities.• Working with our managing agents to maximise income from the Glebe portfolio.

Who's whoDavid Mason Director of Glebe and Buildings e [email protected]

t 01865 208230

David Mitchell Deputy Diocesan Surveyor (Development) e [email protected]

t 01865 208233

Tony Kerry Deputy Diocesan Surveyor (Repairs and Maintenance) e [email protected]

t 01865 208292

Helen James Property Manager e [email protected]

t 01865 208248

Glebe and Buildings


Diocesan AdvisoryCommitteemeeting

Glebe and BuildingsOxford and Dorchester sub-cttee meetings.

Glebe and BuildingsBerkshire sub-cttee meeting.


DiocesanSynod

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Priests Ordinations

Priests Ordinations

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LICENSED LAY MINISTERS ANNUAL CONFERENCE WILL TAKE PLACE FROM 10 - 12 JUNE.Email [email protected] for details

Our purpose is to create a caring, sustainable and growing Christian presence in every partof the Diocese of Oxford. ”

“ Luke 6: 47-48 As for everyone who comes to me and

hears my words and puts them into practice, I will show you what they are like. They are like a man building a house, who dug down

deep and laid the foundation on rock.

Photo: One of the Deacons Ordination service from 2015.This year's Priests Ordinations take place on 25 and 26 June and the Deacons Ordinations are on 2 July.

Photo: Stained glass window of Saints Peter and Paul

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Christine Fenn Historic Churches Support Officer e [email protected]

t 01865 676641

Living FaithWe see church buildings as central to the aims of Living Faith, sacred centres for worshipping communities and bases from which those communities can reach out in mission and in ministry. We aim to help parishes meet the demands of modern church life in these buildings, without endangering the architecture and craftsmanship that is testament to the faith of former generations.

Priorities for 2016 To offer a dedicated and helpful advisory

service to parishes undertaking the repair, alteration or development of their church building.

To respond to all casework enquiries within ten working days, and to work with the Diocesan Registry to streamline and modernise procedures wherever possible.

To support the work of clergy, churchwardens and other volunteers by continuing to provide the 'Building Skills' training programme, by giving access to specialist advisers, and by creating a reference of 'best practice' cases on the diocesan website.

What we doThe DAC is a committee of 19 experts on church buildings and their contents, with a secretariat of two. It was set up in 1916 to advise the Chancellor of the diocese and parishes on all works relating to churches, churchyards and their contents, and that remains the core of our work today. Membership includes architects, archaeologists, historians, conservation officers, archdeacons and parochial clergy. Meeting on the second Monday of every month, but August, we process around 570 new applications for ‘faculty’ (a special form of planning permission for churches), and make over 150 visits to parishes considering repair or development works every year. As well as our legal function advising the Chancellor, the DAC aims to support parishes in developing and maintaining their buildings as centres of local worship, mission, and community.

The support we offer to parishes includes:• formal comment on faculty cases • site visits • training • access to specialist technical advisers• lists of approved architects and specialist contractors• examples of good practice• pre-application advice on drafts and sketch schemes.

Who's whoNatalie Merry Senior Church Buildings Officer e [email protected]

t 01865 208229

Kirsten Claiden-Yardley Assistant Church Buildings Officer e [email protected]

t 01865 208228

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For details of the Vocations in Bucks event on 13 July see www.tinyurl.com/qxwpp4p or email [email protected]


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Young people enjoying Yellow Braces, a diocesan residential weekend for teenagers. This year's trip is from 8 - 10 July.

Festival ofMaryMagdalene

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General Synodends

Festival of Prayer will take place on 9 July at Ripon College, Cuddesdon. Email: [email protected]

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THE ORDINATION OF OUR DEACONS TAKES PLACE ON SATURDAY 2 JULY.Tel: 01865 208291 for more information.


Psalm 122.1I was glad when they said to me,

‘Let us go to the house of the LORD!’ ”“2016July

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What we do The Human Resources Department ensures that both the Oxford Diocesan Board of Finance (ODBF) and the Oxford Diocesan Board of Education (ODBE) are good employers and that the Diocese of Oxford remains an attractive place to work for employees as well as the office holders, our clergy.

We provide a range of services:

• Development of organisational policies and systems

• Recruitment advice and guidance

• Facilitation and signposting to external resources

• All-round support when things go wrong

• Handling of pension related issues

• We oversee the work regarding DBS checks and work closely with verifiers

• We deal with any issues relating to workers and visitors from overseas

• We work closely with Bishop's Staff and offer them guidance in supporting clergy

• We offer and deliver training to parishes regarding employment matters.

We apply an open door policy where every individual or team can walk in and seek support and assistance at any time.

Who's who

Priorities for 2016

To promote ODBF/ODBE as good employers with a strong Christian ethos.

To commit to informing, involving and engaging employees in the workplace.

To continue to work with Bishop's Staff regarding clergy and related matters. To help staff with the transition to new offices.

THE CLERGY HANDBOOK CAN BE FOUND ATwww.oxford.anglican.org/clergyhandbook

Poli Shajko Director of Human Resources e [email protected]

t 01865 208770

Lynn Collins Human Resources Advisor e [email protected]

t 01865 208201

Susie Sigsworth HR Administrator e [email protected]

t 01865 208269

Pat Burton (part-time) Stipends Administrator e [email protected]

t 01865 208204

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Luke 11: 10For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one

who knocks, the door will be opened.”“2016August

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Total parish share collected 2014: £18.4m. Other income plus property gains: £7.4m. Percentages of total expenditure 2014 of £23.4m spent on different areas of work are shown below:

Parish ministry 79%

Mission in parishes, deaneries and diocese10%

National Church ofEngland responsibilities (including ordinand training)8%

Diocesan financial, legaland administrative

functions 3%

Living FaithBy managing the diocesan finances prudently, we help resource the Church in the Diocese of Oxford to live out our 'Living Faith' calling.

What we do The Finance Department provides a comprehensive financial service for the Oxford Diocesan Board of Finance (OBDF) and the Oxford Diocesan Board of Education (ODBE), the Councils and other diocesan entities.

This includes:• Financial planning and budgeting.• Reporting to Councils, Diocesan Synod and Board meetings.• Parish Share administration.• Accounting for parochial fees.• Accounting for Church of England VA schools building projects and various Trusts for which the Dioceses is custodian.• Payment of suppliers and reimbursed expenses.• Management of investments.• Financial administration of property transactions, including purchases and sales of properties.• Support with parish returns to National church and collection of PCC accounts.• Provision of advice and support on financial and accounting matters to PCC Treasurers and others.• Accounting for Funds, including more than 30 administered funds.• Providing financial support and advice to other departments to enable them to manage their budgets effectively.• Production of monthly management accounts, year-end Statutory Annual Accounts complying with company and charity law and best practice.

Who's who

Shirley Campbell Chief Cashier and Payroll Manager e [email protected]

t 01865 208247

Alison Jestico Director of Finance e [email protected]

t 01865 208205

Becky Morris Financial Controller e [email protected]

t 01865 208208Note: The 2015 figures were not available at time of printing.

See www.oxford.anglican.org for up-to-date figures.

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The Financial Consultations will take place during September/October - Please phone 01865 208206 for further information.


John 13: 34-5A new command I give you: Love

one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this

everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

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We will also be supporting the announcement and welcome of our new diocesan bishop during 2016.

Priorities for 2016Working with individual deaneries to provide tailored communications training and development in the area of communication, and in support of Deanery Mission Action Plans. The emphasis will be on resourcing the local. Work will include:

• Training clergy in dealing with the media.

• Engaging parishes and individuals in the use of new media locally.

• Helping produce resources to support local mission.

• Imparting other skills locally, e.g. wedding fairs, production of publications, video and podcast skills.

• Building on the continued work by the national church for weddings, baptisms and funerals.

Who's who

Living Faith The ‘Living Faith’ vision is at the heart of everything we do. We aim to provide materials to support and communicate the vision and help parishes explore the five priorities.

What we doOur job is to help the flow of clear and accurate information within the diocese, and to promote the mission of the Church to the wider world.

• This means helping to tell the Church’s story through the media. We take around 230 calls each year from journalists. We are here when you have a 'good news' story you want to share through the media and offer a 24/7 on-call service to support parishes in need of advice when a crisis strikes.

• We produce publications, including our diocesan newspaper, the Door, which goes out to churches 11 times a year. It’s there to share news and good practice across a large and diverse diocese. Share your stories and send them to the Editor ([email protected]).

• We produce resources for Living Faith and other diocesan initiatives, including seasonal campaigns tied to Christian festivals. We represent the Church at wedding fairs.

• We run a diocesan website (which has more than 123,000 unique visitors a year) and support parishes in their use of new and social media. We create audio and video content, we host blogs and use social media including Twitter and Facebook to engage with others. We manage our online and printed diocesan directory.

• Our e-newsletter goes out to 2735 email addresses every week. We advise other departments in Diocesan Church House on their mailings and publications, and help publicise events. Email debbie.dallimore@oxford. anglican.org to subscribe to the e-newsletter.

• We offer training and advice on all aspects of communication, from dealing with the press to using social media and producing parish magazines.

• We are responsible for welcoming visitors to Diocesan Church House and answering your queries.

Sarah Meyrick (Mon-Thurs) Director of Communications e [email protected]

t 01865 208224/07824 906839

Philip Hind (Mon-Weds) New Media Manager e [email protected]

t 01865 208262

Jo Duckles Editor of the Door/ Press Officer e [email protected]

t 01865 208227

Debbie Dallimore Internal Communications and Publications Manager e [email protected]

t 01865 208225

Ruth Hamilton-Jones Communications Assistant/Receptionist (mornings) e [email protected]

t 01865 208200

Dorothy Beaumont Administrative Assistant/ Receptionist (afternoons) e [email protected]

t 01865 208200

Boards and Partners Partnership in World Mission http://pwm.oxford.anglican.org/ Chair: The Rt Revd Andrew Proud Secretary: Canon Robert Teare Board of Patronage [email protected] Chair: The Revd Christopher Leslie Interfaith Concerns Chair: The Archdeacon of Oxford t: 01865 208263

Mothers' Union

www.muoxford.org.uk Council for the Deaf www.odcd.org.uk

PACT Parents and Children Together www.pactcharity.org

Diocese of Kimberley and Kuruman Contact the Archdeacon of Berkshire e: [email protected] t: 01635 552820 or Maranda St John Nicolle e: [email protected] Diocese of Växjö Contact Canon Tony Dickinson e: [email protected] t: 01494 520676 Diocese of Nandyal Contact The Revd Dr Graeme Fancourt e: [email protected] t: 0118 931 3740

Diocesan Links

Communications



Glebe and BuildingsOxford and Dorchester sub-cttee meetings

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Matthew 5:16In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to

your Father in heaven. ”“2016October

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The Cathedral Church of Christ, Oxford Today we are grateful that the building has survived, and that it is used to the glory of God.Members of the Church of England in the Diocese of Oxford may apply for a Christ Church Cathedral membership card, entitling them to free access to Christ Church Cathedral. Applications for a membership card need to go through your parish priest, who should have a form (forms are also available from the Cathedral Office - Tel: 01865 276155).

Uniquely, the Cathedral is a College Chapel as well as the cathedral church for the Diocese of Oxford. The beautiful building is home to a vibrant worshipping community with a rich tradition and a world famous Cathedral Choir. It hosts a wide range of diocesan events, music, art and drama.

The Cathedral is visited by thousands of people each year who pray, worship, or simply enjoy the stillness and the profound sense of history it inspires. On this site stood the convent church where Oxford's patron saint, Frideswide, was buried in the 8th century.Around her shrine in the 9th and 10th centuries a group of priests lived a communal life, doing pastoral work, and in the 12th century the monastery became the Augustinian Priory of St Frideswide. By the 13th century it was a major place of pilgrimage.When Cardinal Wolsey began the building of his college here, the western end of the building was removed to make space for Tom Quad, and the remainder was used as the temporary chapel for the new college. Wolsey's plan to replace it with a larger chapel on the North side of Tom Quad would have caused its demolition but when he fell from power the building of the new chapel stopped.

www.chch.ox.ac.uk/cathedral

The Sub Dean The Revd Canon Edmund Newey e [email protected]

t 01865 276278

Who's who

Cathedral Office e [email protected]

t 01865 276155

The Dean The Very Revd Professor Martyn Percy e [email protected]

t 01865 27616

Our Cathedral

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DiocesanSynod

Licensed LayMinisters Licensing Service

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Remembrance Sunday

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Luke 6: 38Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together

and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will

be measured to you. ”“2016 November

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What we doThe Administration team covers a wide range of support functions. The work of the Diocesan Synod and the Bishop’s Council (which is also the Board of Directors of the Diocesan Board of Finance) are supported by Rosemary Pearce, Diocesan Secretary, and Petronella Spivey, Committee Secretary. They are also the contacts for matters relating to elections, APCMs, Charity Commission registration and the electoral roll. Diocesan Trustees (Oxford) Ltd acts as the Diocesan Authority, holding PCC or Incumbent and Churchwarden personal property (financial endowment and land) for at least 1,300 Trusts under the PCC (Powers) Measure 1956 or the Incumbent and Churchwarden (Trusts) Measure 1964. The Trusts Administrator assists representatives of parish trustees in administering Trust business. Assistance is given to Church School Trustees of 286 church school properties with matters relating to school trust property. ICT provision is managed (on a part-time basis) by Kevin Ryan.

What we do - Registry The Registry is the legal office of the diocese, located in central Oxford. Its work includes:

• Giving general legal advice to clergy, parish officers, and to the boards and councils throughout the diocese.

• Assisting clergy and answering parishioners' enquiries relating to marriage.

• Consecration of churchyards.• Operation of the faculty jurisdiction.

The Registrar also serves the Diocesan Synod and Bishop's Council.

Caroline Dyer Diocesan Trusts Administrator e [email protected]

t 01865 208203

Kevin Ryan (part-time) Director of IT e [email protected]

t 01865 208270

Who's who

Petronella Spivey (part-time) Committee Secretary e [email protected]

t 01865 208203

Vacancy PA to the Diocesan Secretary t 01865 208297

The Revd Canon John Rees Diocesan Registrar e [email protected]

t 01865 297214

Cordelia Hall Deputy Diocesan Registrar e [email protected]

t 01865 297212

Darren Oliver - Deputy Diocesan Registrar e [email protected]

t 01865 297210

Who's who

One of the highlights of 2015 was the development and initial consideration of the Archdeaconry Mission Action plans. They were the result of deaneries talking together about how best to engage with their local context – whether that was huge new housing

estates, small rural communities, ministry on the streets, shared plans for Youth and Children’s work or support for and involvement in their local schools. During 2016 those plans are beginning to be implemented and it has been very encouraging to see new pictures of ministry being painted with the Living Faith colours.

Support for local initiatives and the national

“Reform and Renewal” agenda have shaped much of the work of the diocesan staff team. The Board of Mission has focused its resources to respond to the call to both deepen discipleship and enhance lay ministries, while also preparing the ground to increase the annual number of candidates going forward for ordinations by 50% by 2020.

As we settle into our new office base in Kidlington we are learning how to make the most of a modern working environment that encourages good inter- team working. Our aim was that it would be a place that speaks of God, a welcoming and hospitable resource for all the diocese from which we would be able to offer a better service. Partnership working is key – partnerships of members within churches, of parishes together, of deaneries, of clergy and lay people and of staff and volunteers. The commitment of time, skill and money, given to us by God for the extension of His Kingdom.Rosemary Pearce Diocesan Secretary

From the Diocesan SecretaryAdmin, Trustees and Registry



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Christmas Day

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Luke 2.7And she gave birth to her firstborn son

and wrapped him in bands of cloth, and laid him in a manger, because

there was no place for them in the inn.”“2016December

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