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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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David has served his community for 60 years

First published on: 29th August 2024

David’s calling to serve the church has been lifelong. Now, aged 92, he is celebrating 60 years as a Licensed Lay Minister, taking services and preaching in churches in the Diocese of Oxford.


Turning a cashless society into a cash boost for church

First published on: 28th August 2024

While many rural churches are struggling to stay connected in a digital world, the Diocese of Oxford is running a scheme to help them offer cashless donations.


Responding to riots with love

First published on: 28th August 2024

Flowers, home-baked cakes and cards of support were delivered by hand to those affected by the recent far-right riots and violence across England.


Bishop Tim announced as Bishop of Wolverhampton

First published on: 27th August 2024

The King has approved the nomination of The Right Reverend Dr Timothy Wambunya, Vicar of St Paul’s, Slough, in the Diocese of Oxford, for nomination to the Suffragan See of Wolverhampton in the Diocese of Lichfield, in succession to Bishop Clive Gregory, following his retirement.


Taize pilgrimage: Looking ahead

First published on: 20th August 2024

Young adults Libby and Emma share their hopes and expectations as they head off to Taize.


Statement from faith leaders in Berkshire

First published on: 9th August 2024

Response to rioting and civil unrest in the wake of Southport murders from faith leaders in Berkshire


The Revd Canon David Meakin RIP

First published on: 8th August 2024

Death of David Meakin


Statement by Bishop Steven Croft and Imam Monawar Hussain

First published on: 7th August 2024

Statement by Bishop Steven Croft and Imam Monawar Hussain, on behalf of the Thames Valley Civic, Community and Faith Leaders’ Group. 


A statement from Faith and Community leaders

First published on: 2nd August 2024

A statement from Faith and Community leaders.


Couple honoured for work in Tanzania

First published on: 25th July 2024

A couple from Reading have been recognised as honorary lay canons in Tanzania. Bridget and Leslie Green set up the charity Friends of Amani Tanzania (FOAT) in 2006 and have been honoured for their work. 

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