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All in @ 4 Chenies

First published on: 9th May 2023

At St George’s Church, Little Chalfont, a new congregation for non-church-going families welcomes 30-50 people each month.

First bells cast with royal cyphers of King Charles and Queen Camilla

First published on: 4th May 2023

Two new church bells at All Saints, North Moreton, are the first bells in the country to bear the royal cyphers of both their Majesties King Charles and Queen Camilla.

Community of St Frideswide is drawing to an end

First published on: 28th April 2023

Though valuable for a season and for those involved, the end of the 2022/23 academic year is the appropriate time for the project to be brought to an end.

First Intercultural Mission Conference in the Church of England

First published on: 28th April 2023

Over 100 church leaders gathered on Wednesday 26 April to worship and learn together for the first-ever Intercultural Mission Conference in the Church of England.

Church and community projects awarded over £198k

First published on: 27th April 2023

13 parishes, across the Thames Valley, have been awarded grants to support a range of local church and community projects.

Funding boost for St James Church

First published on: 3rd May 2023

A Berkshire church is to share in a £351,500 heritage funding boost from the National Churches Trust.

School Chaplaincy for deprived Inner Oxford

First published on: 10th May 2023

The Oxford Academy serves the deprived communities of Littlemore, Rose Hill and Blackbird Leys.

Contemplative practices for families help nurture everyday faith

First published on: 24th April 2023

The Diocese of Oxford launches a brand-new contemplation and reflection resource for families with young children to enjoy exploring and journeying together in faith.

Clergy comings and goings

First published on: 20th April 2023

Clergy comings and goings in the Diocese of Oxford: January to March 2023

Is your church's loop system working?

First published on: 2nd May 2024

Why would you go to church if you can't hear what's being said? How hearing loops can make a difference.