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Faculty jurisdiction changes

First published on: 23rd December 2013

Faculty jurisdiction changes. New rules come into force on 1 January 2014.


Carol concert for adoption charity at Dorchester Abbey

First published on: 18th December 2013

The annual carol concert at Dorchester Abbey raised £1,000 for the charity Parents and Children Together (PACT).


Playing at the Cathedral

First published on: 13th December 2013

Playing at the Cathedral. by Jessica-Louise Hallion THE idea of a discovery or an extraordinary game is the most powerful, memorable and spiritual experience for anyone of any age.


Show me the money!

First published on: 13th December 2013

Show me the money!. As the Government attempts to cap charges for pay day loans, credit unions are gaining strength as a viable way of helping people out of a debilitating cycle of debt.


Thank God for the 'pin pricks of light' in troubled Syria

First published on: 12th December 2013

Thank God for the 'pin pricks of light' in troubled Syria. by Lisa Pearce AS Christmas approaches Lisa Pearce (right) of Open Doors based in Witney writes about those living in Syria and the refugees who have fled.


Nelson Mandela: Statement from Bishop John

First published on: 6th December 2013

Nelson Mandela: Statement from Bishop John. 'In the death of Nelson Mandela the world has lost one of its noblest figures.


Bishop John responds to Pilling Report

First published on: 28th November 2013

Bishop John responds to Pilling Report. The Bishop of Oxford said today: "I welcome the report of the Pilling Review Group and will read it with care.


Bishop John's Presidential address 16.11.13

First published on: 16th November 2013

Bishop John's Presidential address 16.11.13. I wonder what you feel is in the air, in terms of Church and faith and society at present? What's floating around?One of the things, I suspect, is anxiety.


Report from Diocesan Synod

First published on: 16th November 2013

Report from Diocesan Synod. The Diocesan Synod met on 16 November 2013.


Appeal for information re: stolen chalice

First published on: 15th November 2013

A £2,500 communion chalice was stolen from St Etheldreda's Church, Church Lane, Horley, between 8 September & 6 October 2013.

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