Dear Colleagues,
The consultation on what we might be looking for in the person called to be our new Bishop starts on Wednesday 7th. The Vacancy-in-See committee is keen to hear the voice of many voices across the diocese in this discernment process and is particularly interested in the views of chaplains.

The link to the survey is here Consultation - Diocese of Oxford. The survey is anonymous and no identifying data will be saved or held. Further questions and comments can be addressed to [email protected]. If you would prefer anonymity, write to [email protected] who will remove any identificatory data before forwarding your content to the New Bishop email address.

I’d like also to take this opportunity to say that you are in our prayers at the start of 2026, in whichever sector you serve. I’m sure the new year is full of hopes and challenges! Please feel free to contact me as a support to chaplains across the diocese. I would also love to pay a visit to your chaplaincy, either just to discuss how things are going or for a chapel service.

With prayers and best wishes,
Jonathan

The Venerable Jonathan Chaffey
Archdeacon of Oxford
Christ Church, Oxford, OX1 1DP
01865 208263