Dear St Bartholomew’s, I write today to give the diocese notice of my intended retirement as Bishop of Oxford on 31 July 2026, with the permission of His Majesty the King. My final service as Bishop will be on 31 May in Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford, at 5pm. It has been and remains an immense joy…
Bear’s books, “The greatest strory ever told” will be studied in the Advent Study Group which starts next month. In addition, the Confirmation Group are also reviewing it. He is appearing on today’s Songs of Praise – click on the link below to watch. Sean Fletcher is in London to meet world-renowned adventurer, TV star…
Please pray for: – people with long term health issues. – people who have recently suffered a bereavement. – Maurice who is recovering from his operation – Family and friends of Patsy Hughes who died last Wednesday – Dawn and Nigel who were married yesterday – Charlie, Maureen’s great, great nephew who is back in Great Ormond St Hospital awaiting a course…
We’ve found a new list of items requested by Witney & West Oxfordshire Foodbank. They are… Cereal Bars Crisps Hot Chocolate Toothpaste Toilet Paper Cat And Dog Food Deodorant Long Life Juice Witney & West Oxfordshire Foodbank currently doesn’t need anymore of these items: Pasta. News from Witney & West Oxfordshire Foodbank Big Give –…
An update from the PGS: The new Parish Giving Scheme platform is live – thank you for being part of our journey! Dear Giver, We’re thrilled to let you know that the new Parish Giving Scheme digital giving platform is now live and ready to use! This marks the successful completion of a…
The Rambler’s Group are embarking on their fourth ramble at Millet’s Farm at 10.00 on Saturday 15th November 2025. The thought is that this is a ramble-light lunch event. For those friends whose rambling days are spent, we invite you to join the walkers for a post-ramble hot drink/light lunch in the main tearoom (beside…
Please pray for: – people with long term health issues. – people who have recently suffered a bereavement. – Maurice who is back in hospital
Please pray for: – people with long term health issues. – people who have recently suffered a bereavement. – son James and family of Julie Howell – Matthias and Michaela whose marriage was blessed on 1st November
We recognise the recent news regarding the House of Bishops on the Living in Love and Faith process will be received differently by different people, and that for many this news will be devastating, especially for numerous LGBTQIA+ people whom it affects directly. If you’d like someone to have a conversation with and help process your thoughts…
Thank you to all those who attended the Harvest Supper – and those who couldn’t due to illness – hope all are feeling much better now. The raffle and ticket prices raised a wonderful £595.15 – thanks to all those on the Events Team that made this such a wonderful evening.