Staff Team

Tom became Vicar of the Burford Benefice in 2019 is married to Anna, they have three children Ellie, Sam & Abbie, plus Clemmie the Labrador. Tom became a Christian at a young age when he learnt that God’s loving offer of forgiveness was for all. He trained for ordination at Oak Hill in North London, was a Curate in Kirk Ella & Willerby, two villages just outside Hull, and Assistant Minister in Yeovil before coming here.

Tim moved to Burford in 2024 with his wife Kat and their children, Josh and Livvy, and was ordained that same year. Raised by Christian parents who introduced him to Jesus, Tim grew up believing the Bible was true—and during his teenage years, he discovered just how good its message really is. Before settling in Burford, he studied and worked in engineering, later serving on the team at a church in Maidenhead and training in theology.

Cedric is a member of a Christian family, has always lived in Burford and has worshipped throughout his life at the Parish Church. Cedric's grandfather bought the pharmacy in the High Street in 1918 and Cedric was the third generation of pharmacists to serve the town. As a member of the congregation, he has sung in the choir, played the organ, edited the Parish Magazine, served on the PCC and been a Churchwarden. In the year 2000, he came to realise that God was calling him to another ministry, and Cedric was ordained in 2005 to continue working for God in the benefice.

Alex lives in Bradwell Village with his wife Lynne. He was a salesman for 7 years during which time he became a Christian and was ordained in 1975. He subsequently served as a vicar in Basingstoke, Brighton and London - something he describes as the best job in the world: being paid to talk about Jesus Christ. After being diagnosed with a tumour he was advised to retire early; however in retirement he still leads the Swinbrook @ 11 congregation. Alex has played sport all his life, although golf has now replaced rugby.

Jo taught at a boys prep school in Wandsworth, London, before moving to Shipton Under Wychwood in 2003 with her husband Tim. They have three children, Anna, Toby and Tessa. Jo loves playing competitive board games with her family and running across muddy fields with her dog!

Ollie can't remember a time when he wasn't a Christian, but life has been a journey getting to know God better through dependence on his Word and Spirit.  He is passionate about the role of music in corporate worship and wants to help the whole church sing the truth with joy.

Tarnia was not brought up in a Christian family, but it was during 2009 that she became a Christian. Tarnia has two children. In her spare time, she can be found singing in her band, or taking her dog on walks across fields.