Philippa to become Bishop's Chaplain
First published on: 5th June 2025The Revd Philippa White has been appointed as the next Bishop's Chaplain for Bishop Steven.
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'Young people are consultants for the clergy'
First published on: 15th May 2025Bringing an engaging energy with them, young people became consultants for the clergy attending the Oxford diocesan clergy conference. For the first time ever, students from four Church of England schools led worship during the Eucharist and also shared reflections on the reading.
Clergy are Chosen, Called and Commissioned at conference
First published on: 15th May 2025The diocese triennial clergy conference took place in Derbyshire where clergy heard a series of speakers and workshop leaders on the topic of Chosen, Called and Commissioned.
Bishop Steven pays tribute to Pope Francis
First published on: 21st April 2025The Bishop of Oxford has paid tribute to Pope Francis following the announcement of his death.
Treasure in clay jars – Diocesan Synod 8 March 2025
First published on: 13th March 2025Diocesan Synod met on Saturday 8 March at Didcot Civic Hall, with safeguarding and children’s and youth ministry topping the agenda.
Christmas messages from our Bishops
First published on: 25th December 2024Christmas messages from Bishop Steven, Bishop Gavin, and Bishops Designate Mary and Dave, and details of Christmas services.
Diocesan Synod: a time to reflect
First published on: 22nd November 2024After a turbulent week in the Church of England, the Diocesan Synod met for the first meeting of the new triennium on Saturday.
Bishop Steven visits church projects during deanery visits
First published on: 21st November 2024Earlier this week, Bishop Steven spent two days visiting Amersham and Wendover deaneries.
Bishop Steven's statement on Archbishop of Canterbury and Makin Review
First published on: 13th November 2024Statement in response to the Makin review, and the Archbishop of Canterbury's resignation, by the Bishop of Oxford, the Rt Revd Dr Steven Croft:
Hundreds gather in peace, remembrance and unity
First published on: 7th October 2024A 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.