Diocese of Oxford

Charity (Page 16)

Mothers’ Union (Witney)

Mothers’ Union in Witney collects Items for the John Radcliffe Hospital during July and August . Small, travel size, toiletries, together with combs and flannels are welcome as are ordinary size packets of washing powder, dishwasher products and instant coffee. Please give any contributions to a member of the committee or leave in the Parish Office at St Mary’s Church, Witney.

News from The Besom

March 2021 – Update Suspension of Some Services Due to current Government restrictions, the following services remain suspended: –         – Home assessment visits         – Van collections / deliveries of furniture and other household items Food Parcels We’re continuing to deliver food parcels to those in need, but please note that there…

Witney Food Bank needs ……..

The latest request is for – Long-Life UHT milk, tinned custard, sugar (500gr bags) Long-life fruit juice and tinned spaghetti. Donations can be dropped off at the Cottesway building in Station Lane 2 by going to the back, through the wooden gates and placing them in the trolleys provided. If you order on-line, you can…

A message from Chris….

Chris Stoneham says “I managed to complete the 5 mile run. It was harder than I expected and I ran 3 sections and walked two. Thank you so much to the people who have sent sponsor money for the Bless India Orphanage, I’ve sent off £85 so far”. Michael Kongola has asked for prayers in support for Christians in that predominately Hindu…

Adventure Plus: Calling all artists

Adventure Plus (A+) needs your help… our theme for this year’s Total Adventure holidays is ‘Treasure’ and we need a ‘pirate back drop’ for our stage! Materials can be provided, as well as the space to be creative. If you think this is something you could help us with please call or email: ta@adventureplus.org.uk or 01993 703308 …

Clothes needed by Steppin’ Stones

Steppin’ Stones charity for the Homeless   If any one has any items they would like to donate this year, please bring them to church on or before February 5th. Warm clothing, shoes and boots (including wellies), bedding and towels are useful. If anyone can help with taking the contributions into Oxford week beginning Feb 5th, please speak to Meg Roberts, 705286,…