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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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New courses to help parishes reach more people 

First published on: 8th May 2024

Parishes in the diocese now have access to more support as they seek to look outwards and grow engagement with their wider community, as part of everyday ministry.


Hanging about: Bishop Gavin comes down to earth

First published on: 7th May 2024

Bishop Gavin raised more than £1,700 for two good causes with his abseil at Dorchester Abbey on Saturday.


Church of England joins Rome's Call for AI Ethics following Synod pledge

First published on: 3rd May 2024

The Archbishop of Canterbury signs Rome’s Call for AI Ethics, the final stage of the Oxford Diocesan pledge to endorse fair work.


Church designs labyrinth space for people to find God

First published on: 2nd May 2024

In the churchyard at Holy Trinity, Prestwood there was a small, secluded area that was in need of something – something to make the area intentionally prayerful. 


'God kept tugging at my sleeve' - Joan's story

First published on: 2nd May 2024

Working at the Taizé Community in France in her mid-20s started Joan's journey to being part of the first cohort of women to be ordained priest in 1994. 


Is your church's loop system working?

First published on: 2nd May 2024

Why would you go to church if you can't hear what's being said? How hearing loops can make a difference.


Women's ministry and worship at the heart of celebration service

First published on: 29th April 2024

Women took centre stage at a special Eucharist service at Christ Church Cathedral to mark 30 years since women were first ordained priests in the diocese.


Bishop Gavin roped into abbey fundraiser

First published on: 25th April 2024

The Bishop of Dorchester will be among a team of brave fundraisers, which also includes the Rector the Revd Jane Willis, abseiling down Dorchester Abbey on 4 May.


Citizens alliance takes aim at housing, inclusion and safety

First published on: 25th April 2024

Continuing with their pledge to ‘make Oxford a better place for everyone’, Thames Valley Citizens have kick-started their campaign by focussing on housing justice, inclusive jobs and the safety of women and girls. 


The Revd Canon Dr Simon Jones will be the next Dean of Lincoln

First published on: 23rd April 2024

The Bishop of Lincoln has confirmed today that His Majesty The King has approved the nomination of the Revd Canon Dr Simon Jones as the next Dean of Lincoln.

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