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Chrism Mass: Celebrating the ministry of the people of God

First published on: 28th March 2024

The Chrism Mass held on Maundy Thursday celebrates the ministry of the whole people of God, espcially those who worship and minister in this diocese of Oxford and invites congregants to reaffirm their commitment to service.


Bishop Gavin blesses first ‘all through’ church school

First published on: 27th March 2024

The primary phase site of a new ‘all through’ Church of England school built on the Wellington Gate development in Grove was officially opened by HM Lord-Lieutenant of Oxfordshire, Marjorie Neasham Glasgow.


Christmas Day 2023

First published on: 21st December 2023

You can read the Christmas Day sermons from our bishops below, and catch up on the BBC Radio Carol Services with Bishop Olivia and Bishop Gavin via BBC Sounds for Radio Berkshire and Radio Oxford.


Dorchester singer wins national chorister title

First published on: 6th December 2023

A chorister whose singing talent was discovered at Dorchester Abbey has won the BBC Young Chorister of the Year competition for 2023.


Lego replica of Banbury church built to inspire and engage

First published on: 20th November 2023

St Mary’s Church in Banbury has been replicated in Lego as part of efforts to raise funds to repair their leaking roof. 


A pause for peace and remembrance

First published on: 10th November 2023

Remembrance Sunday this year will be all the more poignant as we reflect on the conflicts which are claiming the lives of people around the world, most recently in Gaza, Israel and Ukraine.


New women's ministry posts will champion female clergy

First published on: 10th October 2023

Three new advocates for women and their ministry within the Diocese of Oxford have been appointed.


Going for green in Amersham-on-the-Hill

First published on: 6th October 2023

Over the last three years, St Michael’s and All Angels have implemented ideas and projects that will support their church and community to care for creation.


From tree to altar at St Mary's, Witney

First published on: 25th September 2023

An ancient felled tree has provided the inspiration and material for a new altar in the heart of St Mary's church, as it celebrated its 780th anniversary


Former bank set to open as community centre

First published on: 11th July 2023

A former Natwest Bank building is having a £4m make-over to become a new community hub Chipping Norton.

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