A message from the Bishop

The Rt Revd Dr Steven Croft, Bishop of Oxford, has announced he will retire in July 2026.

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Pray today for...

Sonning Deanery: Laura Wheatley Downs - Area Dean, Leigh Welham, Anthony Pollock. Giving thanks for a full deanery chapter with lots of new colleagues. Beginning a discernment process for our deanery plan, pray that we would notice where God is at work, and be able draw together a plan which is supportive, encouraging and enables our parishes to flourish.

Come and See 2026

Come and See 2026 delves into how we encounter Jesus in the profound meal at the heart of our faith - the Eucharist.

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Bishop Steven's blog

"It’s getting harder for scientists not to believe in God" - The Spectator

Bishop Steven explores what the latest scientific thinking might mean for a generation hungry for meaning.

Development Fund

The latest Development Fund grants bring the total given to parish projects to over £5million.

Could your project be next? The next deadline is 31 January.

Resilience in anxiety 

Where do we turn for simple, practical help to cope with anxiety, bad days and depression?

The Lord's Prayer has timeless wisdom that we all need to hear.

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