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The latest news and features from the Diocese of Oxford. To contact the press office, please call 01865 208 277 (out of hours 07880 716761) or email communications@oxford.anglican.org.

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Bicester remembers victims of Motion fire one year on

First published on: 18th May 2026

The community came together in St Edburg’s Church to remember those who lost their lives and to support all those affected by the tragedy.


Hungerford church recognised nationally for climate and nature action

First published on: 15th May 2026

St Lawrence’s Church, Hungerford, has been shortlisted for the SMK Best Community Climate and Nature Action Award, recognising a local tree-planting project which has brought together churches, schools, farmers and community groups in response to the climate crisis.


Ringing for Bell Sunday

First published on: 13th May 2026

At St Peter and St Paul Church, Steeple Aston, worshippers were given a rare behind-the-scenes view into the church’s bell ringing tradition as the parish marked Bell Sunday.


A call to live with hope, courage and compassion

First published on: 13th May 2026

Bishop Steven marks final Ascension Day as Bishop of Oxford


Celebrating 900 years of prayer, care and pilgrimage at Bartlemas Chapel

First published on: 11th May 2026

The celebrations at Bartlemas Chapel in 2026 will tell the story of a place that has served pilgrims, the sick and those on the margins since it was founded in 1126 during the reign of Henry I.


Rogation Sunday: blessing the land, praying for our communities

First published on: 7th May 2026

Across the Diocese of Oxford, churches will soon mark Rogation Sunday. It’s a tradition rooted in prayer, community, and care for the land.


Reviving a medieval parish ale tradition with specially brewed ‘DiscipAle’

First published on: 6th May 2026

On Saturday 9 May, the church will host its second annual Parish Ale Festival


Community Passion Play brings story of hope to the heart of Oxford

First published on: 5th May 2026

A community Passion Play performed in the centre of Oxford this Easter brought together churches, creatives and local residents in a powerful expression of faith, creativity and inclusion.


Statement from Interfaith and Civic Leaders

First published on: 1st May 2026

A statement from the Oxfordshire Faith and Civic Leaders Group and the Thames Valley Faith and Civic Leaders Group.


Bishop Richard Harries

First published on: 30th April 2026

A message from Bishop Steven on Bishop Richard Harries.

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