EcoHub
Our EcoHub is a collection of free searchable resources to enable everyone to respond to the climate and ecological crisis. Resources are organised thematically by Eco Church categories, or you can use the search function to find anything you might need - from small group courses to guidance on heat pumps, from training videos about climate change to churchyard management plans. There are resources for schools, parishes and individuals.
Deanery Environmental Leads
Our deanery leads are here to support you on your creation care journey. They offer advice and experience on Eco Church, speak to Deanery Synods on issues that matter to you, and represent your views and concerns to the diocese.
We are looking for people with a passion and enthusiasm for environmental issues, and a heart for supporting others on this journey, to become local Deanery Environmental Leads. Watch and find out more. You can also see who is your Deanery Environmental Lead.
Learning and training
If you want to deepen or broaden your knowledge on creation care theology, climate science or communications, we have something to offer.
Learning hub (self-guided)
The diocesan learning hub currently has a number of courses available that cover creation and creation care:
- 'Called to Wonder' - a series of short videos from Christian scientists, zoologists, ecologists and more, on how they find awe and wonder in God's creation, and how this links to their journey of faith.
- 'Five Marks of Mission' - a longer course that explores each mark of mission and how we can respond.
- 'The Story of Scripture' - includes a module on the theme of creation in the Bible.
Carbon confidence in an hour (either delivered or self-guided)
A session that can be delivered online or in-person, or self-guided using our video. Visit our net zero pages for more information.
Environmental theology (full day in-person)
A full-day, held in March each year with Martin and Margot Hodson, delving into Scripture to explore Environmental theology, climate science, and our practical response. Contact us to express interest in attending.
Creation care events
Sign up to our newsletter (below) to find out forthcoming learning and training events, ranging from online net zero forums and informal networking opportunities, to full days covering net zero carbon, implementing energy audits, or celebrating Eco Church stories.
Download this poster to share with your parish or deanery, listing our training and learning opportunities.
Greenshoots network
A network for all those helping their church take environmental action, to connect with others for mutual support and information sharing.
We have monthly online get-togethers and occasional on-site gatherings - have a look at what we get up to. We also have a Facebook group to share ideas and news.
Care for Creation newsletter
Our monthly newsletter contains resources, stories, information, updates, news, and events on everything related to caring for creation in the Diocese of Oxford and beyond.
Subscribe to our Care for Creation newsletter
Church of England resources
The national church has a range of resources, webinars, case studies, and guidance on its website, which the Diocese of Oxford is contributing to and supporting. You can sign up to the newsletter and join the environment briefings by emailing us.
Events
A range of events, online and in person, that may be of interest (updated monthly)...
Tuesday 13 May, 6-7pm Creating convincing Climate and Nature asks for your local politicians
Hope for the Future training webinar to improve your engagements with politicians. Details and Registration.
Wednesday 14 May, 6.30-8pm Climate Justice and Global Solidarity: Stories from around the world
A Hope for the Future webinar exploring the role faith communities have in tackling climate change. Highlighting the disproportionate impacts of climate change on communities in the Global South. Details and registration.
Saturday 17 May 10am-3pm Seeking the kingdom alongside our global partners
St John's and St Stephen's Reading. Join with partners from our link Dioceses in India, Jamaica, South Africa and Sweden to reflect on ways to live as disciples of Jesus. Environmental action is one important area of joint activity. Worship, workshops, information on links/mission agency partners. Registration essential. Lunch provided at no charge.
Thursday 22 May, 1-2pm Writing to your Local Politician to encourage Climate and Nature action
A Hope for the Future training webinar. Details and registration.
Saturday 24 May, 10am-4pm Caring for Creation: From Passion to Action – CRES day
Rippon College, Cuddesdon. The Rev. Dr. Mike Perry (Bishop of Salisbury’s Adviser on Climate Justice and A Rocha UK Trustee) will speak on “Reason to Care: towards a multifaceted practical theology of creation care” and Dr. Elizabeth Perry (Programmes Director for the Anglican Alliance will speak on “Practical Care: Stories of environmental hope from across the world”. Booking procedure and details.
Saturday 24 May, 10am-4pm Caring for Creation - Our spiritual role in celebrating the natural world and conserving it for future generations
Retreat day run by Hope4Creation at Whytham Village Hall, OX2 8QA. Register here.
Thursday 29 May, 6-7pm Preparing to Meet your Politician on Climate and Nature issues
A Hope for the Future training webinar. Details and registration.
Tuesday 3, Wednesday 4, or Monday 16 June Act Now, Change Forever Training: How to Connect With Your MP
A Hope for the Future interactive training webinar. Details of date options and registration.
Thursday 5, Tuesday 17, or Wednesday 18 June Act Now, Change Forever: Level Up Your Strategy for Political Change
A Hope for the Future interactive training webinar. Details of date options and registration.
Saturday 7 to Sunday 15 June Churches Count on Nature and Great Big Green Week events
Map of CCoN events, Map of GBGW events.
Saturday 7 June, 10am-4pm Benson Great Big Green Week event
Wildlife surveys and family activities all day plus a "Moth Breakfast" at 9.30am. Hosted by St Helen's Church, Benson Details
Thursday 19 June, midday-1pm Eco Church Prayer Forum
Hosted by A Rocha UK Registration
Saturday 21 June, 2-5pm Creation Care Conversations
St Edburg's Church, Bicester. For churches looking to share ideas, connect with other environmental groups, and find support on their Eco Church journey. Details and registration. (Repeat events in Buckinghamshire 13 September and Berkshire 18 October.)
Wednesday 25 June, 1pm Heating our churches 1: Effective heating and Heat pumps
A Diocese of Portsmouth webinar with church energy specialist Matt Fulford to consider what heating system might be best for your church. See details of this and more up-coming webinars.
Thursday 26 June, 7.30-9pm Replacement or Renewal of creation? It’s not the end of the world!
John Ray Initiative webinar with Dr Grace Milton. Details and registration.
Saturday 28 June, 10.30am - 5pm Chinnor Churches Go Wild 18th Anniversary Celebration
St Andrew’s Church Chinnor. Stalls and speakers including Bob Sluka - A Rocha International, Hannah Mann and Maranda St John Nicolle - Diocese of Oxford, Dave Furze - St Peter’s, Quarrendon, and Andy Lester - A Rocha UK. Provisional programme.
See also the BBOWT Community Groups network online events listings.