The Revd Dr Harri Williams SSC joined St Stephen’s House as Principal in Autumn 2025.

Previously Vicar of the Walsingham Benefice in the Diocese of Norwich, Fr Harri brings a rich background in pastoral ministry, academic theology, and spiritual formation. Born in Cardiff and raised in South Wales, he read Modern History at Balliol College, Oxford, where he also served as Sacristan of Pusey House. His doctoral research focused on the campaign against the disestablishment of the Church in Wales. Following ordination, Fr Harri served in parishes in Haverfordwest and Milford Haven before his appointment to Walsingham. He is married to Clare, Head of Schools & Family Learning at Norwich Cathedral.
As Principal, Fr Harri will guide the College into its 150th anniversary, continuing its mission of shaping priests and lay leaders with theological depth, pastoral imagination, and rooted Anglo Catholic Tradition.

The Revd Andreas Wenzel was appointed Vice Principal and Director of Pastoral Studies in August 2020. After his curacy at St Peter’s Horbury with St John’s Horbury Bridge (West Yorkshire), he served as Shrine Priest at the Anglican Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham (Norfolk). A theological graduate of Hamburg University, Fr Andreas trained for the priesthood at St Stephen’s House and is pursuing doctoral studies through the University of Erfurt on a Renaissance commentary on the Mass.

The Revd Lucy Gardner joined the staff in 1993, having studied theology at St John’s College, Oxford, and at Bonn University, and was ordained deacon in 2012 and priested in 2013. Her research interests include Balthasar and Feminist Theology. She is also an Honorary Chaplain at Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford, and has been involved in several Building Bridges Seminars, which bring Christians and Muslims into conversation on theological topics. She is married to Chris, a secondary school science teacher.

Prior to his appointment at St Stephen's House, he was Assistant Professor at Trinity College Dublin with a research interest in systematic theology and history of doctrine. Prior to that, he was Gifford Fellow and Associate Lecturer at St Andrew’s University with teaching responsibilities in philosophical theology and history of doctrine. A graduate of Keble College Oxford, Dr Grant now returns to Oxford and joins St Stephen’s House in time for the beginning of the new academic year.

Zdenka Miseje joined St Stephen’s House in 2024, bringing with her a wealth of experience in Higher Education Management, with a strong background in managing student accounts, tuition billing, and financial reporting. She is committed to providing student-centred support, ensuring transparency, and fostering trust within the academic community. She is passionate about enhancing the campus experience by leading teams that deliver exceptional service and meet the daily needs of students and staff.
Before joining St Stephen’s House, Zdenka gained extensive experience in hospitality and accommodation management at Keble College, University of Oxford.