Our Vision
We are committed to the Diocese of Oxford vision to be:
A Christ-like Church for the sake of God’s world: contemplative, compassionate, courageous.
We would like to be known for six things:
You are warmly welcome to join us as we work to fulfil our calling.
Here is some information which we hope you will find useful when you come to visit us. For information about where we are and how to get to St Mary’s Church:
By Bus
The nearest bus stops are:
The Oval, Rose Hill (3, 3S, 45) – 7 minute walk
Iffley Turn (3, 3A) – 12 minute walk
By Car
There is currently free parking outside the main gate and along Church Way. Please note that Iffley is not accessible for coaches or other large vehicles.
Accessibility
We are committed to being inclusive and accessible to all people who would like to join us.
There is a loop system in church, and we provide large print orders of service for all services.
We have access for wheelchair users. Our church has steps within it to the altar rail and the clergy team always take communion to those who need to remain in their seats.
We livestream the 10am Sunday service, and those who join us are considered part of our church family.
We have space for pram/buggy parking, and there are baby changing facilities and toilets within the vestry and church hall.
There is a creche for pre-school children and babies during the 10 o’clock Sunday service which has a live link to the service. Parents need to remain with their children.
Fish and Chip Club runs for primary school aged children in term-time during the 10 o’clock Sunday service.
A selection of useful documents about St Mary’s governance arrangements can be found here
A selection of links to other organizations in and around the parish can be found here
Information about the history and architecture of St. Mary’s Church building can be found here
Information about ‘Living Stones’, about the St. Mary’s Church building can be found here
