The Bishop of Oxford visits Bicester eco-town
First published on: 11th April 2022Bishop Steven visited the Bicester & Islip Deanery, meeting clergy and local lay leaders and visiting the Elmsbrook eco-town and Park Farm.
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Bishop Steven visited the Bicester & Islip Deanery, meeting clergy and local lay leaders and visiting the Elmsbrook eco-town and Park Farm.
Bishop Steven joined clergy, young people, and leaders of other church denominations for an afternoon of listening, learning and table football.
The Development Fund awards ten churches grants to support a range of projects, including a community choir and day trips for low-income families.
A seven-month arts festival at St Mary's, Banbury, will showcase the best of local art and creativity.
In the Vale of White Horse and Wantage Deaneries, Bishop Steven meets clergy, lay leaders and dairy farmers to hear about their experiences.
Over the last few months, four different Greenhouses have been launched to support the growth of new worshipping communities.
Maria Skoyles used her experience as a textile designer to develop the Dorcas Dress Project, helping empower the voiceless in the fashion industry.
St Andrew's Church, Chinnor, runs an afterschool group for 5-8-year-olds and their parents and carers aiming to bridge the gap between St Andrews CE Primary and the church.
Bishop Steven continues his year of ˜listening and learning' with a visit to the rural parishes of the Deddington Deanery.
With no space for the community in Madley Park, a small group from St Mary's Cogges and the estate start a cafe to bring people together.