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Return of church bells after 25 years silence

First published on: 23rd June 2014

Return of church bells after 25 years silence. VILLAGERS celebrated the return of their historic church bells at a re-dedication service at St Etheldreda's, Horley, in Oxfordshire in June.


Welcoming our newest Archdeacon

First published on: 20th June 2014

The Ven Judy French was collated as the first ever Archdeacon of Dorchester in a special service at Christ Church Cathedral.


Oh happy band of pilgrims'

First published on: 17th June 2014

Oh happy band of pilgrims'. THE BISHOP of Oxford is inviting everyone from across the diocese to join him on a pilgrimage - without leaving the Thames Valley writes Sarah Meyrick.


Statement on the Revd Brian Spence

First published on: 17th June 2014

Statement on the Revd Brian Spence. The Bishop of Reading, the Rt Revd Andrew Proud, said: "I heard today that the Revd Brian Spence has been convicted today of seven counts of indecent assault.


Celebrating the first 20 years

First published on: 4th June 2014

Celebrating the first 20 years. by the Revd Dr Amanda Bloor Jubilant smiles.


Heritage Lottery Fund support for church Doom painting conservation

First published on: 3rd June 2014

St Peter Ad Vincula has been awarded initial support including a development grant towards the conservation of its 14th-century chancel arch Doom painting.


Bells to chime after 25 years of silence

First published on: 27th May 2014

Villagers are set to celebrate the return of their historic church bells in a service of re-dedication at St Etheldreda's, Horley.


End food poverty now, Bishop John asks PM

First published on: 27th May 2014

End food poverty now, Bishop John asks PM. The Bishop of Oxford and 'End Hunger Fast' campaigner, the Revd Dr Keith Hebden, met the Prime Minister David Cameron this weekend to press for an end to food poverty.


Sowing the seeds for better mental health

First published on: 27th May 2014

Sowing the seeds for better mental health. FOR Charlie Powell horticulture provided a welcome respite from the hectic world of PR and advertising she used to work in.


Cheers to the Witney Beer Fest

First published on: 16th May 2014

Cheers to the Witney Beer Fest. CONGRATULATIONS to the Revd Graham Sykes who won the home brewing contest at the third Witney Beer Festival last month.

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