More than 100 young people gather for biggest Amplify Adventure weekend yet
First published on: 31st July 2026A celebration of faith, friendship and the gifts of young people.
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Celebrating the first year of YouShape
First published on: 22nd July 2026Eighteen young adults from across the Diocese of Oxford have completed the first pilot year of YouShape.
High quality RE for all pupils
First published on: 7th July 2026A landmark proposal to include religious education (RE) in England’s national curriculum for the first time has taken a significant step forward, with ODBE CEO Tony Wilson among those leading the work
A holy moment at Eton
First published on: 21st April 2026Bishop Dave confirmed 67 teenagers across two services, with almost 1,000 people attending to witness.
“Followers of Jesus, not simply churchgoers" - Diocesan Synod March 2026
First published on: 12th March 2026Diocesan Synod were blessed by the presence and contributions of young people from across the diocese in their first meeting of 2026.
Meet the Diocese of Oxford's Head of Children and Youth Ministry
First published on: 3rd February 2026Simon Hill talks about his new role overseeing children and youth ministry at the Diocese of Oxford
Young adults gather for prayer, purpose and community
First published on: 20th November 2025Nineteen young adults from across the Oxford, Aylesbury and Wycombe hubs gathered last month for the first-ever YouShape residential.
Youngsters snack and chat with local MP
First published on: 9th October 2025Young people at Snack Chat welcomed a special guest recently as local MP Tan Dhesi joined their group. The youth community cafe meet at St Paul’s church in Slough every Wednesday and has grown from its launch in May to regularly hosting 20 youngsters each week.
Pilot youth deanery day a big success
First published on: 18th September 2025Young people from across Reading took part in the first youth deanery day this summer, thanks to a Development Fund grant.
Chaplains return to school with students
First published on: 10th September 2025As students across the Thames Valley went back to school this week, so did the School Chaplains who support them during their education. A chat with chaplain Susy Brouard.