Churches awarded over £85,000 for community projects
First published on: 9th November 2022The Development Fund has awarded grants to eight churches to support a counsellor for a homeless project and new equipment for Minecraft Church services.
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Broughton narrowboat journeys
First published on: 18th October 2022In Aylesbury, local families in need and struggling with the cost of living can join free narrowboat day trips run by Broughton Church along the Aylesbury arm of the Grand Union Canal.
Black African and Caribbean clergy inspiring stories of faith and resilience
First published on: 2nd October 2022A new portrait and video exhibition, Resolved to Serve, commissioned by the Diocese of Oxford, aims to celebrate black culture and its influence in the Church today.
Diocese of Oxford accredited as a Living Wage Employer
First published on: 29th September 2022The Oxford Diocesan Board of Finance (ODBF) and Oxford Diocesan Board of Education (ODBE) have been accredited as a Living Wage Employer.
Energy bill relief scheme announced
First published on: 21st September 2022Churches to be included in the government package of support to help with rising energy bills this winter.
Tackling digital poverty
First published on: 18th May 2022At Trinity Community Centre and church in Fishermead, Milton Keynes, an internet cafe funded by a grant from the Development Fund helps tackle digital poverty.
Hundreds offer support and homes to Ukrainian refugees
First published on: 22nd March 2022The Diocese of Oxford is partnering with Citizens UK to resettle 50 Ukrainian refugees across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.
Combating fast fashion and bridging cultures
First published on: 9th March 2022Maria Skoyles used her experience as a textile designer to develop the Dorcas Dress Project, helping empower the voiceless in the fashion industry.
Poverty and inequality report
First published on: 16th November 2021The story of poverty and inequality in a wide range of community and church contexts across the Thames Valley.
Counselling support for the homeless
First published on: 12th November 2021St Giles Church, Oxford, supports the provision of specialist counselling for the homeless in Oxford through a partnership with The Gatehouse.