Cassa to become Archdeacon of Buckingham
First published on: 24th November 2025The next Archdeacon of Buckingham will be the Revd Cassa Messervy. She takes up the role in March next year.
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Citizens gather to make a difference in Milton Keynes
First published on: 4th November 2025As part of its mission to strengthen democracy and civil society in general, Citizens Milton Keynes gathered a number of civic leaders to encourage them to work together and further build the alliance of civic institutions across the city.
Parish nurse to serve deprived area
First published on: 22nd October 2025A new parish nurse will be serving an Aylesbury housing estate, thanks in part to funding from the Diocese of Oxford.
Youngsters snack and chat with local MP
First published on: 9th October 2025Young people at Snack Chat welcomed a special guest recently as local MP Tan Dhesi joined their group. The youth community cafe meet at St Paul’s church in Slough every Wednesday and has grown from its launch in May to regularly hosting 20 youngsters each week.
Fourteen dogs and one very brave cat join church service
First published on: 9th October 2025Fourteen dogs and one very brave cat were welcomed to the pet service at St Francus of Assisi church in Terriers, High Wycombe.
Silver lining for Creationtide celebrations
First published on: 25th September 2025Parishioners at St Mary Magdalene Church in Flaunden are celebrating being named as the 50th silver Eco Church in the diocese.
Prayer, pedals and pints for Ride + Stride
First published on: 15th September 2025Bishop Dave and Bishop Gavin clocked up almost 100 miles while visiting 44 churches on Saturday for the annual Ride + Stride historic churches fundraiser.
Ride + Stride 2025
First published on: 1st September 2025It's not often we tell two of our Bishops to get on their bikes but that's exactly what will be happening on 13 September.
New Archdeacon of Buckingham announced
First published on: 3rd August 2025The Diocese of Oxford is delighted to announce the appointment of the Revd Gavin Knight as Archdeacon of Buckingham, which has come about due to the upcoming retirement of The Venerable Guy Elsmore.
Church charity serves up new premises to feed the hungry
First published on: 26th June 2025New premises for St Mark’s Meals in Milton Keynes means all elements of the charity can come under one roof.