Wishing you a very merry Christmas!
Bishops on the radio
Bishop Steven shares reflections on his last Christmas as Bishop of Oxford with listeners to BBC Radio Oxford. Bishop Mary speaks to BBC Radio Berkshire on the message the angels brought to the world - 'do not be afraid' - something which can comfort us today.
Messages from the bishops
As we head into Christmas, we’re sharing reflections from all four of our bishops, each speaking honestly into this season in different ways.
Bishop Gavin reflects on Advent as a counter-cultural season, encouraging us to listen for God’s light amid the noise of the world.
Bishop Mary invites us to see the Christmas lights around us as signs of a deeper hope, shining in the darkness.
Bishop Dave offers a deeply personal Advent reflection, pointing us to the promise of a future where suffering will not have the final word.
And on Christmas Eve, Bishop Steven will share his message as we celebrate the coming of Christ, the light of the world.
All of the messages are available to read or watch on YouTube.
Messages from across the world
We also have a short video message from the bishops of our four link dioceses, reminding us of our shared life and prayers across the worldwide Church.
Bishop Steven's Advent Appeal for the Jamaica and the Cayman Islands Diocesan Disaster Relief Fund runs through December. You can find out more and donate here. Together we can raise funds or the relief of immediate needs amongst those injured or left homeless and for the rebuilding programme for diocesan property across Jamaica.
Donate to the appeal
Wherever you find yourself this Christmas, we hope these reflections offer space for honesty, prayer and hope.
We wish you a very merry Christmas.