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Faith leaders stand in solidarity with Jewish community

First published on: 3rd October 2025

The Oxfordshire Civic, Community and Faith Leaders Group has today issued the following statement in response to the devastating terrorist attack on the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Manchester.


An important presence at the Oxford Deaf Festival

First published on: 2nd October 2025

The Diocese of Oxford’s Deaf Church joined 700 people at the Oxford Deaf Festival, sharing faith, welcome, and joy with the Deaf community.


From Oxford to Växjö: Speaking with courage for creation

First published on: 25th September 2025

Over 40 people from the dioceses of Vaxjo and Oxford came together to mark this year’s Creationtide, and reflect on themes of peace, unity and justice.


Handmade quilt will be at the heart of Bishop Mary's office

First published on: 24th September 2025

‘Hours and hours’ of love and stitching will go into a new wall hanging created by Bishop Mary to honour her episcopal area.


Pilot youth deanery day a big success

First published on: 18th September 2025

Young people from across Reading took part in the first youth deanery day this summer, thanks to a Development Fund grant.


Being light where there is darkness - Reflections from K&K

First published on: 10th September 2025

The Revd Polly Falconer reflects on the Kimberley and Kuruman Summit and what it means to be human in today's world.


Ride + Stride 2025

First published on: 1st September 2025

It'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.


Andrew prepares to bid farewell to the diocese

First published on: 24th January 2025

It is with sadness that we announce the retirement of Andrew Anderson-Gear, our Diocesan Director of Mission and Ministry, in April 2025.


A community-based church – Inaugural Estates Ministry conference

First published on: 21st October 2024

Over 70 people gathered on 17 October for the inaugural Oxford Estates Ministry conference at Reading Gateway Church.


Reduction in carbon emissions for churches 

First published on: 29th November 2023

Our first diocesan carbon emissions report reveals that churches have managed to reduce their net carbon emissions by 11% since 2019.

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