News - Diocese of Oxford

First published on: 23rd March 2022

With the help of a Development Fund grant, St Matthews Church in Oxford and the local community have brought a play to life.

First published on: 15th March 2022

With the support of the Development Fund, St Barnabas, Oxford, establishes a youth choir to boost engagement with young people.

First published on: 27th January 2022

Nine parishes receive a Development Fund grant to support social action, new congregations and building projects.

First published on: 8th December 2021

After closure of their village pub, St Mary the Virgin Church set up a pop-up bar within their building as a focal point for the community.

First published on: 22nd November 2021

The Bishop of Oxford visits St Mark's Meals and helps pack food parcels for families in need during a visit to Milton Keynes Deanery.

First published on: 12th November 2021

St Giles Church, Oxford, supports the provision of specialist counselling for the homeless in Oxford through a partnership with The Gatehouse.

First published on: 5th November 2021

The Revd Erika Biscoe tells us about her pioneering ministry helping young girls to find their voice through the Cherish programme.

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.

First published on: 27th July 2021

St Clements discusses the impact of their Tier 2 Development Fund award, to support social initiative Flourishing Life.

First published on: 27th July 2021

12 projects across the diocese to receive funds from the Development Fund in the fifth round of awards.