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The latest news and features from the Diocese of Oxford. To contact the press office, please call 01865 208 277 (out of hours 07880 716761) or email communications@oxford.anglican.org.

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“Followers of Jesus, not simply churchgoers" - Diocesan Synod March 2026

First published on: 12th March 2026

Diocesan Synod were blessed by the presence and contributions of young people from across the diocese in their first meeting of 2026.


Can you be hospitable if you’re not accessible?

First published on: 11th March 2026

A church in Sparsholt has been given money from our Development Fund for a project to become more accessible.


Leading change with Oxford University Vice-Chancellor and Bishop of Oxford

First published on: 11th March 2026

A debate at St Mary’s Church in Kidlington will explore how traditional institutions navigate profound contemporary challenges while honouring their historic legacies.


DIY gravestone cleaning trend risks damage

First published on: 10th March 2026

An increasing trend of social media videos attempting to clean gravestones is well meaning but is potentially damaging.


New Archdeacon of Buckingham welcomed

First published on: 9th March 2026

The Revd Cassa Messervy began her new role as the new Archdeacon of Buckingham on 1 March 2026.


St Michael's Church, Aston Tirrold, are Champions for change

First published on: 4th March 2026

On Valentine's Day local champions for change and organisations met together in Aston Tirrold to show their love for nature.


A season of challenge - Come and See

First published on: 2nd March 2026

Joshua Townson speaks to BBC Radio's Phil Mercer this weekend about the meaning of Lent and the goal of Come and See.


Developing seven new services and activities for children and young people

First published on: 25th February 2026

St Mary’s Church, Iffley has been awarded £76,732 from the diocesan Development Fund to employ a Children and Families Worker who will significantly expand discipleship pathways for children and families across the parish of Iffley, including Iffley, Rose Hill, and Donnington.


Solar panels installed at Christ Church Flackwell Heath

First published on: 25th February 2026

Despite a cloudy and rainy start, within a few days the church had already saved 20kg of CO2 and 10kg of coal.


National drive to welcome Hong Kong Christians in churches launched

First published on: 25th February 2026

A new body to support the rapid growth of Hong Kong Christians in Church of England parishes has been set up.

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