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In this section you can read inspiring stories from people across the diocese about how their Christian faith influences their everyday lives. Changing our conversations can change our culture.
So how can we be more curious and interested in each other’s lives away from church gatherings? Once you've scrolled through some of the stories below, take a look at the seven small shifts your church community could take.
Chris Matthewman tells his story of becoming a Christian children's worker and performance artist.
The Revd Sharon Grenham-Thompson talks about her journey to prison chaplaincy and on to parish ministry.
Kate Nicholas shares how her illness saw her reflecting on God's work in her life.
Peronel Barnes shares how hope has inspired her landscape paintings.
The Bishop of Oxford shares the story of God at work in his life and his journey to faith.
The Revd Jen Brown tells Jo Duckles how she became a science missioner in the Churn Benefice.
Michelle Eyre shares her journey from dancer to nun to founder of an online prayer initiative.
The Rt Revd Eggoni Pushpa Lalitha, the first woman bishop consecrated in the Diocese of Nandyal, shares her story.
Olivia Graham talks about teaching in Nairobi, working in international development and becoming an archdeacon.
David Benskin shares his journey to ordination and his top tips for people with dyslexia.