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Bishops confirm 79 people across the diocese

First published on: 25th November 2022

In a host of special services across the diocese, 79 people of all ages were confirmed on Sunday 20 November on the Feast Day of Christ the King.

New Team Rector at Dorchester Abbey

First published on: 24th November 2022

The Revd Jane Willis has been appointed as the new Team Rector of Dorchester and Vicar of Warborough in the Dorchester Team.

70 years of ordained ministry

First published on: 23rd November 2022

The Revd Canon Bob Whiteley has celebrated a landmark 70 years of ordained ministry.

Advocacy for God's creation

First published on: 21st November 2022

Advocacy is vital for a healthy and balanced democracy and important in helping tackle climate and ecological emergencies facing the planet.

Oxfordshire’s best baby and toddler group

First published on: 16th November 2022

The Kidlington Community Hub has won the Red Kite Award for best baby and toddler group in Oxfordshire.

Church Planting in Aylesbury

First published on: 15th November 2022

Kingsbrook Community Church is based on the Kingsbrook estate in Aylesbury, currently serving over 1,200 new homes.

Clergy comings and goings

First published on: 14th November 2022

Clergy comings and goings in the Diocese of Oxford: July to October

Slow cooker project supports struggling households

First published on: 11th November 2022

A new project at Christ Church in Flackwell Heath is providing free slow cookers and recipe books to support local households who are struggling with the cost-of-living crisis.

Beating rising costs in Wendover

First published on: 10th November 2022

Representatives from rural churches across the diocese gathered at St Mary’s Church, Wendover, as part of a trial and launch of new equipment and the Parish Environment Resource Pack.

Churches awarded over £85,000 for community projects

First published on: 9th November 2022

The Development Fund has awarded grants to eight churches to support a counsellor for a homeless project and new equipment for Minecraft Church services.