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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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New Dean to UK minority ethnic Chapter

First published on: 3rd November 2021

The Reverend Canon Janet Binns has been appointed as Dean to the new UK Minority Ethnic Chapter in the Diocese of Oxford.


Chatterbox “ just what the doctor ordered

First published on: 2nd November 2021

The Revd Dr Sam Muthuveloe runs Chatterbox, a weekly coffee and chat session to help tackle loneliness and boost wellbeing.


How to support Hongkongers

First published on: 28th October 2021

How to provide practical help and support for Hongkongers arriving in Reading, Berkshire.


Creation care art exhibited at COP26

First published on: 26th October 2021

Licensed Lay Minister at St Nicolas Church, Earley, Emma Major, has created 40 paintings and poems to highlight issues of climate justice.


University Church receives £422,000 boost from the Culture Recovery Fund

First published on: 22nd October 2021

The University Church of St Mary the Virgin in Oxford is among 142 historic sites receiving grants through the Culture Recovery Fund.


Baptism 'Super Saturdays' in Bicester

First published on: 22nd October 2021

At St Edburg's Church, Bicester, local families have been joining all-age baptism preparation sessions led by the new Baptism Preparation Team.


A place where the lights are always on

First published on: 21st October 2021

Emmanuel Church, Woodley, received a Development Fund grant of £25,000 to support the build of a much-needed community centre.


Churches commitments on climate change presented to No.10

First published on: 18th October 2021

Leaders representing five main faith groups, including Bishop Olivia, met at 10 Downing Street to demand bold action on the climate crisis.


A message from the former Prime Minister to children and young people

First published on: 14th October 2021

Theresa May MP shares a message with children in the diocese about the importance of writing to their MP about climate change.


œDisability is part of God's divine plan

First published on: 14th October 2021

The Diocese of Oxford hosts a Disability Conference with over 60 people attending the online sessions.

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