Rector (House for Duty) for St Mary the Virgin, Weston Turville, Archdeaconry of Buckingham

Introduction

Found in a leafy conservation area, between the lofty Chilterns and peaceful canal-side paths, our single church parish is expectantly preparing to welcome 7,000 new residents to worship alongside us. A swift commute to London gives us confidence that the green shoots of growth we are seeing with new families are only set to continue. With pioneering potential and long-term Diocesan support, we seek a new Incumbent who is excited by that prospect.

We are looking for a Rector who:

•    is kind, compassionate, both outside the church walls and within 

•    will maintain our current style of Common Worship eucharistic services

•    will inspire us by example to grow in faith and engage in new ways of serving our community 

•    has ideas about how to engage with incoming residents and welcome them into our congregation

•    would be willing to consider expanding the role in the future, when funds allow

What we can offer:

•    A happy and welcoming church community who have a tradition of supporting their Priest.

•    A beautiful and accessible Grade I listed C13 church with a well-appointed rectory nearby

•    An enabling and missionally minded patron and helpful volunteers in the congregation

•    A competent team of bellringers, a well-maintained pipe organ and a RSCM-affiliated choir

•    A supportive PCC, churchwardens, officers, and associate priest.

For more information please contact: Revd Canon Chris Bull, Associate Archdeacon of Buckingham on 01865208264 or archdeacon.buckingham@oxford.anglican.org. 

Closing date | 18 February 2026 (midnight)  

Interviews | 18 & 19 March 2026

Enhanced DBS Disclosure required