Andrew prepares to bid farewell to the diocese
First published on: 24th January 2025It is with sadness that we announce the retirement of Andrew Anderson-Gear, our Diocesan Director of Mission and Ministry, in April 2025.
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A community-based church – Inaugural Estates Ministry conference
First published on: 21st October 2024Over 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 2023Our first diocesan carbon emissions report reveals that churches have managed to reduce their net carbon emissions by 11% since 2019.
£1.5m in mutual support for poorer dioceses
First published on: 21st November 2023The Diocese of Oxford will extend its commitment to mutual support following the success of its 2020 initiative. The diocese will allocate a further £1.5m to support the five Church of England dioceses in most financial need.
Church and community projects awarded over £167k
First published on: 12th July 2023Nine parishes, across the Thames Valley, have been awarded grants to support a range of local church and community projects in the thirteenth round of the Development Fund.
Former bank set to open as community centre
First published on: 11th July 2023A former Natwest Bank building is having a £4m make-over to become a new community hub Chipping Norton.
Creation Crew - a new missional community
First published on: 5th July 2023The Creation Crew, at St Andrew's Church, High Wycombe, is a diverse group who enjoy the local environment and want to help care for it.
Diocesan Synod: caring for our children
First published on: 15th June 2023The June meeting of Oxford Diocesan Synod took time to discuss how we can best support children, families and schools. Members also considered a revised environmental motion for General Synod and the draft 2024 budget.
All in @ 4 Chenies
First published on: 9th May 2023At St George’s Church, Little Chalfont, a new congregation for non-church-going families welcomes 30-50 people each month.
Church and community projects awarded over £198k
First published on: 27th April 202313 parishes, across the Thames Valley, have been awarded grants to support a range of local church and community projects.