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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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Hundreds gather in peace, remembrance and unity

First published on: 7th October 2024

A vigil for peace, remembrance and unity was held in Oxford last night. Led by the Bishop of Oxford, the Rt Revd Steven, and Imam Monawar Hussain, founder of The Oxford Foundation, as co-chairs of the Oxford Interfaith Network.


Reaching all people - Oxford Intercultural Mission Conference

First published on: 2nd October 2024

Clergy and laity from across the Church of England joined together for the 2024 Oxford Intercultural Mission Conference.


From serving customers to serving God

First published on: 2nd October 2024

A vicar who found her faith while working in a pub, and delights in finding faith in what might look like unlikely places, is to become the next Lead Chaplain for Thames Valley Police.


Bishop Olivia lays down her crozier and says farewell

First published on: 1st October 2024

Bishop Olivia's farewell service was held at Reading Minster on 29 September.


Creationtide a source of connection between link dioceses

First published on: 30th September 2024

Church members from the Dioceses of Växjö and Oxford gather online to celebrate Season of Creation


Blessings close works at historic burial site

First published on: 19th September 2024

A multi-faith visit and blessing on a former monastry in Cookham brought to a close a busy summer for archeaologists at the site. 


Sharp shooting with a super soaker

First published on: 19th September 2024

Bishop Gavin uses a super soaker to bless Holy Trinity church in Woodgreen


INEQE Safeguarding Group independent audit published

First published on: 17th September 2024

In June 2024 the Diocese of Oxford underwent an independent audit of our safeguarding work, undertaken by the INEQE Safeguarding Group. The audit is part of a national programme, commissioned by the Archbishop’s Council, to conduct an intensive and comprehensive review of safeguarding at each diocese and cathedral in the Church of England.


Musician minister’s melody making 

First published on: 12th September 2024

The Revd Debbie Lord was inspited by her travels during her three-month sabbatical to write creation worship songs.


Local creation care champions named Church Times Green Awards finalists

First published on: 11th September 2024

Three entries submitted into the national Church Times Green Awards from the diocese have been shortlisted as finalists for their work to care for creation.

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