News - Diocese of Oxford

A pause for peace and remembrance

First published on: 10th November 2023

Remembrance Sunday this year will be all the more poignant as we reflect on the conflicts which are claiming the lives of people around the world, most recently in Gaza, Israel and Ukraine.

Rural church celebrates Silver Eco Church award

First published on: 30th October 2023

St James the Greater, Eastbury, is our latest church to receive their Silver Eco Church award in recognition of their efforts to care for creation.

New women's ministry posts will champion female clergy

First published on: 10th October 2023

Three new advocates for women and their ministry within the Diocese of Oxford have been appointed.

Healing garden help St Luke’s celebrate 140 years

First published on: 28th July 2023

A rewilding garden at St Lukes church in Reading is a tangible sign of the parish’s commitment to healing and wholeness.

International welcome offered in Maidenhead

First published on: 21st July 2023

Geoff Yeung is a busy man. He’s an Assistant Minister at St Peter’s church, Maidenhead and a part-time charity worker.

Recorder orchestra hits the right notes

First published on: 19th July 2023

An orchestra including up to 13 recorder players and assorted other instruments is the foundation of a families’ initiative in The Cookhams Benefice.

Welcoming asylum seekers in Maidenhead

First published on: 6th July 2023

At All Saints Church, Maidenhead, the Revd Jeremy Harris, leads the church in supporting and welcoming local asylum seekers.

20 new deacons ordained at Christ Church Cathedral 

First published on: 3rd July 2023

The Bishop of Oxford, the Rt Revd Dr Steven Croft, ordained 20 people to the diaconate on Saturday 1 July in two services at Christ Church Cathedral.

space for all restoration of All Saints Wokingham

First published on: 20th June 2023

All Saints Wokingham has reopened its doors to welcome the local community and congregation after a year of major interior restoration and reordering.

Cantonese church flourishing in Earley

First published on: 7th June 2023

350 displaced Hong Kongers gather each week at Trinity Church, Earley.