Study guides
We are called to be more Christ-like for the sake of God’s world. Five study guides are available for individuals and small groups to explore what this means for our Church and for each of us.
Five study guides to explore what it means to become more Christ-like.
Our common vision
We are called to become a more Christ-like Church for the sake of God’s world. The brand-new common vision section of our website has all you need to get started.
Poverty & inequality
What is the impact of COVID on your community? This short survey will help us understand how we can best support churches and civil society to address poverty and inequality.
Come and See
Many people are asking deep questions of faith. Come and See is an invitation from our Bishops to local communities to take the first steps in exploring faith. Find out more…
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
8 January The latest C19 updates can be found on a dedicated section of this site. Essential reading for clergy, wardens and church officers.
Staff working remotely
All Church House staff are working remotely until the end of March. There is no access to Church House at this time. Find out more…
Church at home
Thousands of people are joining our church at home services and thousands more are involved with their local church online. Find out how to join us.
Recent Posts
Bishop of Dorchester update
The planned consecration of Gavin Collins as Bishop of Dorchester on 28 January has sadly been postponed due to the Covid pandemic.
Wycombe Abbey – Assistant Chaplain (Lay or Ordained)
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and able applicant to assist the Chaplain in the smooth running of all areas...
Bletchley curate makes social media waves
Using Tik Tok to reach people and share the good news of God’s love, Rev. Steve Hallet, a 2nd year curate at St Frideswide's church in Bletchley, is bringing words …
ODBE schools ‘twin’ with schools in South India to help tackle the climate crisis
The Oxford Diocesan Board of Education (ODBE) launches a new initiative, The School Twinning Programme, in partnership with the United Society for Partners in the Gospel (USPG) and the Church …
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Please Pray For
- Prayer for: 22nd January 2021Bradfield Deanery: David Archer, Chris Newman, David Gibbons, Christopher Goodchild.
Upcoming Events
ODBE Mission – The Contemplative Toolkit
ODBE – 10 steps to setting up a school chaplaincy
Wherever you live, there is a Church of England church that is always there for you through life’s biggest moments – and at other times too. If you’d like a special service, your church offers a warm welcome, friendship, advice and prayer beforehand, on the big day and all the years afterwards. Discover the new A Church Near You…
Life Events
How the Church can help at important milestones.
Schools
Supporting teachers, parents and governors at our church schools
Safeguarding
Committed to the safeguarding, care and nurture of everyone within our community
Mission & Ministry
Help for all those called to ministry in our parishes.
