The Bishop of Oxford is the diocesan or most senior bishop, responsible for oversight of the whole diocese.
In addition to their diocese-wide and national responsibilities, the Bishop of Oxford has pastoral care of the two deaneries of Oxford and Cowley, which cover the City of Oxford, right in the heart of the diocese.
The role of Bishop of Oxford is currently in vacancy. You can contact the bishop's office by email at bishop.oxford@oxford.anglican.org or by phone via EA Marian Green on 01865 208 222.
For media enquiries, please contact the Communications team on 07880 716 761 or email communications@oxford.anglican.org.
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Vacancy
Bishop of Oxford
Following the retirement of the Rt Revd Dr Steven Croft in summer 2026, we are discerning who God is calling to be our next Bishop of Oxford.
More about the Vacancy in See process
Jonathan Chaffey
Archdeacon of Oxford
The Venerable Jonathan Chaffey was appointed in January 2020.
Peter Groves
Associate Archdeacon - Oxford
The Revd Canon Dr Peter Groves has also served as parish priest of St Mary Magdalen’s since 2005 and teaches theology at the University of Oxford.
Contact the Area Office
Oxford Area Office
Church House Oxford
Langford Locks
Kidlington
Oxford
OX5 1GF
01865 208 200