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Hundreds of Ukrainian refugees supported by drop-in sessions

First published on: 16th October 2024

For more than two years, every Wednesday a church in Oxford has opened its doors to Ukrainian refugees. Over that time more than 400 people have received the kindness of the volunteers at the Ukrainian Friendship Centre.


Making a splash for creation    

First published on: 9th October 2024

A river blessing, conducted by Bishop Gavin, took place at St Mary’s Church in Witney this week as part of their Creationtide service.


Sharp shooting with a super soaker

First published on: 19th September 2024

Bishop Gavin uses a super soaker to bless Holy Trinity church in Woodgreen


Musician minister’s melody making 

First published on: 12th September 2024

The Revd Debbie Lord was inspited by her travels during her three-month sabbatical to write creation worship songs.


Church is bats about wildlife and history

First published on: 5th September 2024

A bat walk is the latest in a series of events marking the 150th anniversary of a major reordering of St Laurence’s Church in Caversfield.


David has served his community for 60 years

First published on: 29th August 2024

David’s calling to serve the church has been lifelong. Now, aged 92, he is celebrating 60 years as a Licensed Lay Minister, taking services and preaching in churches in the Diocese of Oxford.


If you go down to church today, you’re in for a big surprise...

First published on: 17th July 2024

If you go down to church today, you’re in for a big surprise….. zip wiring teddies!


Fire juggler launches 150th anniversary celebrations

First published on: 13th June 2024

A fire juggler helped to launch the 150th anniversary celebrations at St Laurence’s church in Caversfield, Bicester. The performer was part of the Pentecost all-age service which is part of the programme of outdoor services during the summer months.


Church delivers its 200,000th meal for those in need

First published on: 13th June 2024

Set up in the pandemic to ensure exhausted medical staff had a decent meal at the end of a long day, Meals from Marlow has served its 200,000th meal.


First-ever Wycombe Youth weekender sees more than 100 youngsters camp out

First published on: 29th May 2024

More than 100 young people from five churches in High Wycombe gathered at Latimer Hope in Chesham for a weekend of fun, faith and food.

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