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New Associate Archdeacon of Dorchester

First published on: 19th February 2023

The Revd Preb Jane Haslam has been appointed as the new Associate Archdeacon of Dorchester.

Encountering God through creation

First published on: 13th February 2023

Bicester Forest Church group seeks to encounter more of God through his creation.

A calling to children’s ministry

First published on: 7th February 2023

Laura-Anne Putterford, Children’s Leader at All Saints Church, Marlow, talks about her calling to children and families ministry.

Community organising in Milton Keynes

First published on: 6th February 2023

St Frideswides Church, Water Eaton, is the first Resource Hub for Community Organising and Church Growth in the diocese.

Arts ministry in South Oxford

First published on: 2nd February 2023

St Matthew’s Church, Oxford, share their experience of producing a community passion play to help and encourage other churches and communities.

David Tyler to be Archdeacon of Dorchester

First published on: 26th January 2023

The Diocese of Oxford is pleased to announce that the Revd Canon David Tyler has been appointed as the new Archdeacon of Dorchester.

Modern-day trafficking and slavery are prevalent in all communities but easily go unnoticed. Anti Slavery Initiative Oxford, is an organisation working with other local organisations against modern slavery and trafficking.

Interfaith environment conference

First published on: 24th January 2023

One Earth, Many Faiths was the first Diocesan Interfaith Eco Conference, bringing together over 40 people from different faiths.

Prayers of thanksgiving and for God’s blessing for same-sex couples published

First published on: 20th January 2023

Draft prayers of thanksgiving, dedication and for God’s blessing for same-sex couples were published on 20 January along with a book of draft worship resources.

Bishops propose prayers for God's blessing for same-sex couples

First published on: 18th January 2023

Church of England bishops propose prayers for God's blessing for same-sex unions and are set to issue an apology to the LGBTQIA+ community.