Welcome to the Diocese of Oxford

Becoming a more Christ-like Church – contemplative, compassionate and courageous for the sake of God’s world.

Pray today for…

3 November 2026

Wallingford: Sarah Nesbitt – Team Rector and the entire ministry team. For continuing development of collaborative ministry across the team, a deepening of our pastoral work and the flourishing of new initiatives including Forest Church and the Choir Project.
Brightwell cum Sotwell CE Primary School, Crowmarsh Gifford CE Primary School, St Nicholas CE Primary School.

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Around the diocese

3 November 2026

Betty receives Fellowship of St Birinus for jam and cake sales

Banbury woman is recognised for raising more than £70,000 over half a century

2 November 2026

Supporting spiritual growth of children and young people

Clergy, youth leaders and school staff gather for event looking at how BeSpace helps churches and schools create opportunities for encountering God through prayer spaces, retreats and pilgrimages.

27 October 2026

Survivors call for trust and integrity

Survivors of church-related abuse and safeguarding campaigners shared powerful testimonies at a public meeting in Oxford, challenging the Church to confront past failings.

26 October 2026

Celebrating the gifts in every community

Church leaders and volunteers gathered to explore how churches can recognise and nurture the gifts present in the communities they serve.

21 October 2026

‘I wish we didn’t have Black History Month’

During Black History Month, the Revd Peterson Feital reflects on why the Church still needs to talk about race, belonging and the contributions of Black and Brown clergy.