The Diocese of Oxford is pleased to announce that the Revd Canon David Tyler has been appointed as the new Archdeacon of Dorchester. David has been Acting Archdeacon for Dorchester, following the retirement of Archdeacon Judy in October 2022, and served as Associate Archdeacon of Dorchester for two years prior to this. David has ministered…
The February Prayer Diary is now available for download here.
We are so sorry to have to announce the death of Joan Hanks – a long time member of the congregation of St Bartholomew’s. Rest in peace Joan Almighty and eternal God, from whose love in Christ we cannot be parted, either by death or life: hear our prayers and thanksgivings for all whom we…
Do you have any photographs you have taken of the fritillaries that you are willing for us to use in publicity and on printed cards to raise funds for church? If so, please email them to Maria by 5th Feb (mlskoyles@gmail.com), granting your permission for the church to use and profit from their use. Many…
Please pray for: For people with long term health issues For Joan Hanks. For John Draper who is in Merrifield House and whose health is deteriorating. For Dennis Welch who is now in Witney Hospital and for his wife, Julie. for Betsy Plumb and George Greening whose Banns are being read for the first time on Sunday
Tickets for Greenbelt 2023 are now on sale. For our 50th anniversary we’re trying something different, with three adult ticket prices. You choose the one you can afford and spread your payments. 24–27 August 2023 Boughton House, nr Kettering Take me straight to the box office What is Greenbelt? Take a look here.
What is it? Yellow Braces is the long-running diocesan youth festival. It is a weekend of fun, malarkey, activities, food and engaging with Christianity, faith and life. When and where is it? Yellow Braces runs from 7-9 July. This year we return to the cosy wooden ‘yurts’ at the Adventure Base at Clanfield, the home…
A request has been received for 2 pairs of men’s boots – Size 9 and size 10.5. Also requested are clothes for a boy aged 10/11. If you are able to supply any of these, please contact Sarah Varnom directly (01993 778010) We are in regular contact with the hotel regarding the asylum seekers staying…
Due to unforeseen circumstances the Confirmation Service has had to be postponed until 22nd October 2023 at 10.00am
Please pray for: For people with long term health issues For Joan Hanks. For John Draper who is in Merrifield House and whose health is deteriorating. For Dennis Welch who is now in Witney Hospital and for his wife, Julie. For family and friends of Geoffrey Pizzey whose funeral was last Wednesday