Memorials to those lost in air disasters
First published on: 10th July 2025Two services took place to remember soldiers and airmen lost in air disasters in Dorchester.
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Food and fellowship with Swedish friends
First published on: 10th July 2025In June, a group from the Akeman Benefice and Bicester and Islip Deanery enjoyed a six-day visit to the parish of Mönsterås with Fliseryd in our Swedish link diocese of Växjö.
Meet the ordinands - 2025
First published on: 26th June 2025Twenty new deacons will be ordained at Christ Church Cathedral on 5 July, going on to serve their curacies throughout the diocese.
Reflective service launched for regatta visitors
First published on: 26th June 2025Alongside the rowing and celebrating at next week’s Henley Royal Regatta will be the opportunity to join a new contemplative service.
Church charity serves up new premises to feed the hungry
First published on: 26th June 2025New premises for St Mark’s Meals in Milton Keynes means all elements of the charity can come under one roof.
Mixing music and ministry for festival-goers
First published on: 25th June 2025Music and ministry will combine for ordinand Lewis Simonds this week as he forms part of the Church of Glastonbury.
Pints in the pews at pop-up pub
First published on: 24th June 2025Pints will be served in the pews at St Luke’s church in Leckhampstead in July as the pop-up pub returns to the village.
Flowers on song to raise funds for community
First published on: 19th June 2025A weekend of floral and musical displays hit the right note in Duns Tew raising £2,400 for local good causes.
Church volunteers honoured with BEM awards
First published on: 19th June 2025Two church volunteers have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours.
Honouring the lives, labour, faith, and legacy of the Windrush Generation
First published on: 19th June 2025Members of the Windrush generation will gather at St Mary and St John’s Church on Cowley Road in Oxford for a service of thanksgiving on Windrush Sunday.