Memorials to those lost in air disasters
First published on: 10th July 2025Two services took place to remember soldiers and airmen lost in air disasters in Dorchester.
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Food and fellowship with Swedish friends
First published on: 10th July 2025In June, a group from the Akeman Benefice and Bicester and Islip Deanery enjoyed a six-day visit to the parish of Mönsterås with Fliseryd in our Swedish link diocese of Växjö.
Meet the ordinands - 2025
First published on: 26th June 2025Twenty new deacons will be ordained at Christ Church Cathedral on 5 July, going on to serve their curacies throughout the diocese.
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.
Reflective service launched for regatta visitors
First published on: 26th June 2025Alongside the rowing and celebrating at next week’s Henley Royal Regatta will be the opportunity to join a new contemplative service.
Mixing music and ministry for festival-goers
First published on: 25th June 2025Music and ministry will combine for ordinand Lewis Simonds this week as he forms part of the Church of Glastonbury.
Pints in the pews at pop-up pub
First published on: 24th June 2025Pints will be served in the pews at St Luke’s church in Leckhampstead in July as the pop-up pub returns to the village.
Church volunteers honoured with BEM awards
First published on: 19th June 2025Two church volunteers have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours.
Honouring the lives, labour, faith, and legacy of the Windrush Generation
First published on: 19th June 2025Members of the Windrush generation will gather at St Mary and St John’s Church on Cowley Road in Oxford for a service of thanksgiving on Windrush Sunday.
Flowers on song to raise funds for community
First published on: 19th June 2025A weekend of floral and musical displays hit the right note in Duns Tew raising £2,400 for local good causes.