Reduction in carbon emissions for churches
First published on: 29th November 2023Our first diocesan carbon emissions report reveals that churches have managed to reduce their net carbon emissions by 11% since 2019.
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Taking worship outside to reconnect with God
First published on: 27th November 2023Wild Worship at St Andrew's, Clewer, emerged out of the pandemic, and is connecting with families, children and the local school
Renewable energy success for village church
First published on: 14th November 2023Several years ago, St Andrew’s in Sandford-on-Thames installed a ground source heat pump to provide renewable heat to the church. The successful project now means that community groups, congregants and visitors enjoy a warm welcome all year round, at a lower cost to the planet.
Rural church celebrates Silver Eco Church award
First published on: 30th October 2023St James the Greater, Eastbury, is our latest church to receive their Silver Eco Church award in recognition of their efforts to care for creation.
Bishops join call to cancel Rosebank
First published on: 9th October 2023The Bishops of Oxford, Reading, Buckingham and Dorchester are among more than 400 Christian leaders from around the UK, which have called on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to cancel the Rosebank oil field.
Going for green in Amersham-on-the-Hill
First published on: 6th October 2023Over the last three years, St Michael’s and All Angels have implemented ideas and projects that will support their church and community to care for creation.
New Head of Discipleship and Social Justice
First published on: 1st August 2023The Revd Joanna Gallant has been appointed as the new Head of Discipleship and Social Justice for the Diocese of Oxford.
Big Butterfly Count
First published on: 31st July 2023Could you meet a Lady, glimpse an Admiral or even spot a Peacock? Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation invites us all to take part in this year's Big Butterfly Count
General Synod carries Oxford motion on the climate emergency
First published on: 11th July 2023The Oxford Diocesan Synod motion, Responding to the Climate Emergency, has been overwhelmingly supported by General Synod. The motion calls for the National Investment Bodies of the Church of England to scale up investment in renewable energy and other environmental solutions and asks the Government to review planning regulations to aid the installation of renewable technology on church buildings.
Creation Crew - a new missional community
First published on: 5th July 2023The Creation Crew, at St Andrew's Church, High Wycombe, is a diverse group who enjoy the local environment and want to help care for it.