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OXFORD UNIVERSITY CATHOLIC CHAPLAINCYClick here for a message from the Chaplains - October 4
If you are leaving (or have left!) Oxford and not returning for the new academic year, we wish you all the best! Do stay in touch and don't forget to send us your non-University email address.
Follow news via our website, and on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. The termcard for Michaelmas will be available soon.
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MASSES:
Sunday - 11am, 5.45pm and 9pm
Monday-Saturday - 12.15pm
'Godparents & Godchildren' programme 2026-27 - NOW OPEN!
The ‘Godparents/Godchildren’ programme for the new academic year is live!
To those who don't know what it is - this is the Chaplaincy's version of 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘨𝘦 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴.
Returning students are encouraged to sign up as a ‘godparent’ - even if you have been one before. Don’t worry if you don’t have a ‘co-parent’; we can sort that out. Complete the form here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/UZz0trzmtg
If you are coming up - a special welcome! - you can sign up as a ‘godchild'.
Form to be completed here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/PUs897TtFQ
If you know someone coming up to Oxford this academic year, please forward the link to them.
Contact Alvea https://www.catholic-chaplaincy.org.uk/home/student-chaplaincy/about-us/meet-the-chaplains/ for more information.
Register to receive our newsletters at https://www.catholic-chaplaincy.org.uk/home/student-chaplaincy/new-student-contact-form/ (you don't have to be student to sign up!)
See you soon!
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The Mass bulletin is published online and updated weekly (less often over the vacs). Masses are open to all, except the Student Masses, and events to all (unless mentioned otherwise).
For more details or queries, please contact a Chaplain.
Statement following the independent review relating to the former Senior Chaplain
For more details on our safeguarding policy and for a list of contacts, please visit: https://www.catholic-chaplaincy.org.uk/guidelines-for-best-practice/
The Chaplaincy team - Fr Dominic, Alvea, Fr Angga, Fr Frank and Fr William
Please see our Facebook Page for the latest updates.
FR DOMINIC ROBINSON SJ
Senior Chaplain
It’s a great pleasure to be here in Oxford to serve this very special community. I am also currently the Superior of the Jesuit Community at Campion Hall. I was a student at Campion Hall in the 1990s so know the Chaplaincy and Oxford a little but that’s a while ago. I’m looking forward to getting to know students, staff, parishioners, and being part of the life of this community.
FR DOMINIC ROBINSON SJ
Acting Senior Chaplain
“It’s a great pleasure to be here in Oxford to serve this very special community. I am also currently parish priest of Farm Street, the Jesuit church in central London, a vibrant gathered community of faith and service in the heart of the capital city attracting people from all over. I was a student at Campion Hall in the 1990s so know the Chaplaincy and Oxford a little but that’s a while ago. I’m looking forward to getting to know students, staff, parishioners, and being part of the life of this community.”
ALVEA FERNANDES
Assistant Chaplain
“Whether you are a fresher or have been at the University for several years, I hope that you find the Chaplaincy to be a place of comfort, support, hospitality and friendship. And if I can help in any way, please let me know. Happy to have a chat – in-person or online.”
ALVEA FERNANDES
Assistant Chaplain
“Whether you are a fresher or have been at the University for several years, I hope that you find the Chaplaincy to be a place of comfort, support, hospitality and friendship. And if I can help in any way, please let me know. Happy to have a chat – in-person or online.”
FR ANGGA INDRASWARA SJ
Assistant Chaplain
I am very happy to have been given the unique opportunity to serve in this special community. I have spent the last few years in London completing a doctorate in Political Science at the LSE, while also being involved in a Jesuit Research Centre in my home country, Indonesia. Oxford is very much a new place for me, and I am looking forward to meeting you, learning from you, and serving you in any way I can.
FR FRANK TURNER SJ
Assists in the Chaplaincy
I am an academic by formation (Political Theology, Catholic Social Thought etc) but have worked mainly in public affairs related to social justice and international affairs, and in various roles in the Jesuit Province, including a previous spell in Oxford from 2018-23. I’m happy to remain in Oxford and share in the life of the Chaplaincy.
FR FRANK TURNER SJ
Assists in the Chaplaincy
I am an academic by formation (Political Theology, Catholic Social Thought etc) but have worked mainly in public affairs related to social justice and international affairs, and in various roles in the Jesuit Province, including a previous spell in Oxford from 2018-23. I’m happy to remain in Oxford and share in the life of the Chaplaincy.
FR FRANK TURNER SJ
Assistant Chaplain
I am an academic by formation (Political Theology, Catholic Social Thought etc) but have worked mainly in public affairs related to social justice and international affairs, and in various roles in the Jesuit Province, including a previous spell in Oxford from 2018-23. I’m happy to return to Oxford, now with a pastoral focus, and look forward to meeting the persons and communities which engage with the Chaplaincy.
FR WILLIAM PEARSALL SJ
Assists in the Chaplaincy
“My life as a Jesuit priest has revolved around parishes, chaplaincies, retreat work and ministry to groups of vulnerable people. I look forward very much to meeting you and to serving you in any way I can. Every blessing!”
FR WILLIAM PEARSALL SJ
Assists in the Chaplaincy
“My life as a Jesuit priest has revolved around parishes, chaplaincies, retreat work and ministry to groups of vulnerable people. I look forward very much to meeting you and to serving you in any way I can. Every blessing!”
Our Catholic Chaplaincy team consists of two priests and one lay-woman. We work together to build and support the spiritual life of the Catholic staff and students of Oxford University, organising talks and social events, communal prayer times, and being available pastorally to anyone who may need a listening ear or spiritual direction.
The priest chaplains are members of the religious order, the Jesuits, founded by St Ignatius Loyola in 1540. The SJ after our names stands for the Society of Jesus, the name St Ignatius and his Companions first chose for their new religious order.
We have been shaped by a spirituality and a formation that stresses a deep personal love of Christ and the Church, a belief that God is at work, through the Holy Spirit, in the day-to-day events of our lives, that through prayer and reflection we can make choices that align ourselves more closely to the dynamic of Christ’s life of love and service, and that we are called to engage positively in our world for the Common Good.
We involve others in the life of the Chaplaincy at the same time as seeking to share with you what’s particular to our own charism (grace). We hope you’ll find our approach helpful and enriching! Friendly feedback is always welcome!
Our nearest Jesuit community is Campion Hall, in Brewer St, five minutes’ walk from the Chaplaincy.
Do get in touch with us any time you would like to talk, either using the email addresses given here or by simply dropping by the Chaplaincy. We are always here for you to offer a listening ear, spiritual guidance, and support through any difficulties you may be experiencing.
We hope to meet you very soon!