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Bishop blesses Timmy Mallett's Camino Way pilgrimage

First published on: 30th April 2019

Bishop blesses Timmy Mallett's Camino Way pilgrimage. TELEVISION presenter turned artist Timmy Mallett has received a special blessing from the Bishop of Oxford, the Rt Revd Steven Croft for his forthcoming pilgrimage.

Goring CE School pupils on song at annual Headteachers' Service

First published on: 30th April 2019

Goring CE School pupils on song at annual Headteachers' Service. CHILDREN from Goring CE Primary School provided the choir for the Annual Service for Headteachers and Governors at Christ Church Cathedral.

Hundreds flock to Bishop Andrew's farewell service

First published on: 2nd May 2019

Hundreds flock to Bishop Andrew's farewell service. Hundreds of people flocked to Reading Minster on Wednesday (May 1) for a joyful service to mark the retirement of the Rt Revd Andrew Proud, the Bishop of Reading.

The roles of honey bees

First published on: 3rd May 2019

The roles of honey bees. As Creationtide draws to a close, the Revd Caroline Windley reflects on the link between the different roles of honey bees in their hive and the different gifts and roles that Christians have within the Church.

MANNA for Cyclone hit Mozambique

First published on: 8th May 2019

MANNA for Cyclone hit Mozambique. Two cyclones in Mozambique have shattered and devastated much of the country killing hundreds and displacing tens of thousands.

Christians and Muslims stand in solidarity at Brookes University

First published on: 9th May 2019

Christians and Muslims stand in solidarity at Brookes University. CHRISTIANS and Muslims at Oxford Brookes University have been standing in solidarity with one another following recent global disasters and atrocities.

Living Differently to Make a Difference

First published on: 13th May 2019

Living Differently to Make a Difference. Kate Seagrave reviews Living Differently to Make a Difference by Will Donaldson.

Yellow Braces 2017 proves an absolute "knockout" of fun, faith and community

First published on: 15th May 2019

Yellow Braces 2017 proves an absolute "knockout" of fun, faith and community. THE Diocesan Youth Camp Yellow Braces was a glorious weekend of faith, fun and community at the Hill End Outdoor Centre near Oxford.

Whatever You Do - Sam Partington

First published on: 15th May 2019

Whatever You Do - Sam Partington. Church on Sunday can feel worlds away from our day-to-day lives.

Turn peas into profit this Harvest

First published on: 15th May 2019

AS HARVEST approaches, Christian Aid is urging Christians to help farmers like Frank (pictured right) from Malawi.