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 on site, that may be of interest (updated monthly)...
See also the BBOWT Community Groups network online events listings (filter with the word 'community').
Saturday 11 October, 9.30-11.30am Community Resilience and Emegency Planning Oxford
If a session to provide information to help community groups to prepare for emergencies. Booking.
Tuesday 14 October, 10am-1pm Deanery Environmental Leads Meeting Kidlington
If you are considering becoming a volunteer Deanery Environment Lead, but aren’t sure what to expect, come along to our next onsite meeting at Church House, Oxford. It’s an informal gathering to share updates, experiences and learnings. Contact us to join.
Thursday 16 October, 2-5pm A River Sings film One Climate Centre outdoor cinema, Chinnor
The inspiring story of the Evenload river being brought back to life. Details
Friday 17 October, 2-4.30pm Marching through time: environmental protest in Oxfordshire and Bucks Museum of Oxford
A workshop on the history of environmental protest in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire run by the History Faculty, University of Oxford. Booking
Saturday 18 October, 2-5pm Creation Care Conversations All Saints Wokingham
For churches looking to share ideas, connect with other environmental groups, and find support on their Eco Church journey. Registration
Saturday 18 October, 2-4.30pm Open afternoon with "Wild and Wonderful" photo competition St James, Woodley
Wednesday 22 October, 1-2.30pm All About Solar Panels (online)
Hosted by the Diocese of Oxford Church Buildings Team and the Environment Team, this webinar will bust some myths about installing solar panels, share some case studies and answer your questions. Register to join.
Wednesday 22 October, 2-3pm A brief introduction to British fungi (online)
Hosted by Caring for God's Acre, this webinar will share the diversity of fungi and importance of chuchyards for them. Register to join.
Thursday 23 October, 5-10pm Water Night 2025 Your home!
A challenge to raise awareness of water scarcity. Details.
Saturday 8 November, 10am - 4pm Down to Earth - trhe Land and Soil Rippon College Cuddesdon £30
A Christian Rural and Environmetnal Studies day open to all, speakers are the Revd. Margot Hodson (Director of Theology and Education at the John Ray Initiative) and Martin Parsons (Peatland Restoration Officer at Natural England). Details and booking.