Our Fraternity
Br. Martin Sanderson - Parish Priest
I have recently celebrated 20 years as a Capuchin and been ordained since 2020. I completed by studies in Oxford and am happy to return here as Parish Priest.
I enjoy my ministry in being a Good Shepherd with the grace of God and your prayers. It is a pleasure to meet the parishioners and serve you in all the various ministries, including meeting for coffee and cake in our newly refurbished parish hall.
Br. Michael Hargan
Before Oxford I was in the friary in Pantasaph in North Wales. Originally I’m from the North East of England.
Br. Jinson Devasya, Guardian
I am Br. Jinson, Guardian of Oxford Friary. Originally I am from India. I came to the UK in 2015 to do my Counselling Studies. Now I am a quaified Counsellor. I like preaching, so I go out for supply as well. I am very happy to help Br. Martin with ministries of the Parish. Looking forward to seeing you. God bless. Jinson
Br. Michael Pooley - Aged 74 yrs
Retired teacher and involved in Franciscan history and development. An assistant to Parish Priest Br Martin. As a Franciscan Friar I am here to serve the people of God. I have been asked to be the spiritual aid to the Francsican Secular Order and also to support the Legion of Mary.
Br. Michael Welch
Since beginning my vocation with the Capuchins in 1986 I have lived in many communities and now I am catching up with Oxford, where until moving here in 2024, I have spent very little time. As always our basic Horarium of prayer, fraternal life and work sets the pattern for day-to-day living. I have always lived the traditional lay brother role of looking after of the Friary and my brothers. In a house this size there are many domestic chores and as Guest Master I prepare and look after our visitors. I help out with the Friary accounts. God's grace and Fraternal support sustain me.
Michael
Br Rigo Azanwi
Br Rigo is a Capuchin Franciscan friar belonging to the St Augustine Province in the United States. He relocated to Greyfriars, Oxford, in September 2023, where he now resides as part of the community. Currently, Brother Rigo is engaged in doctoral studies, pursuing a PhD in global health with a research focus that bridges bioethics, health equity, and public health ethics. His academic journey builds on a strong foundation of theological training and commitment to justice within healthcare. He was ordained in 2019 and continues to fulfill his vocation as both a faith leader through regular help outs at SS Edmond and Frideswide.
Br. Gordon Pesterfield, Vicar
As a former Parish Priest, I am happy to return to Oxford and once more serve the Parish community.