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Prayers for our time

God of compassion, be close to those who are ill, afraid or in isolation. In their loneliness, be their consolation; in their anxiety, be their hope; in their darkness, be their light; through him who suffered alone on the cross, but reigns with you in glory, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. O God, help me to trust you, help me to know…

Witney Food Bank

Witney and West Oxfordshire Food bank   is now open to distribute food to the needy, but please, kindly give your donations via the supermarkets (most have collection points).

From The Rectory -3rd April

From the Rector 3 April 2020 Dear Friends, As we work out individually or in our families how to cope with self-isolation in the home or social distancing outside, we are also learning about ourselves, our inner resources and our character. Some of us will be happy using this time to explore our spiritual needs and to deepen our expereince of God…

Prayer Bulletin

Regrettably the Church can no longer be left open for private prayer but please continue to pray for: – Adrian and Annie Walsh Bob Fidler Steve, Gill Long’s brother-in law, Martin Dines Brenda Cook Simon and Jenny Hall June Kirk The family and friends of Tara Edwards, especially Laura, Annabelle and George. His funeral was held on Thursday 2 April at the…

A message for Advent!

Maria Skoyles writes “We have received funding from the Diocese to run a mission activity: yarn bombing the village with angels made from biodegradable materials. The angels will be hidden around the village as a treasure hunt activity during advent, with instructions to bring them to a Christmas service so we can decorate the church with a ‘choir of angels’. Constructing the…

Rector’s Discretionary Fund

The Rector’s Discretionary Fund is available to help those in immediate need of support. There are some in the fellowship who are self-employed and struggling with reduced income at this time of enforced isolation with certain services cut back. If you are able to make a contribution to the Fund, then please pay by Bank Transfer to Lloyds Bank – Witney, Account…