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St. John the Evangelist, Hailey
We are one of six Church of England churches in the Benefice of Witney. Saint John the Evangelist church is in the middle of the village of Hailey, 2 miles north of Witney. We are a warm, welcoming, and outward-looking congregation, and the church remains a focal point for village life.
The church was built in 1869 and is a fine example of Victorian architecture, Oxford style.
We pride ourselves on being a warm welcoming and friendly community embracing a hospitable Christianity.
The heart of our life is our worship. We treasure the Eucharist and singing.
We are fully committed to being an eco-church with the churchyard set aside as a source of biodiversity and natural sanctuary. We have achieved the Rocha silver award.
We are an outward looking church that strives to show God’s love in our actions towards others.
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Holy Trinity, Wood Green
Holy Trinity is in the conservation area of Woodgreen, next to a children’s play area and close to the pub. The interior of the church is of simple design and has 100 comfortable chairs making it a useful flexible space.
Our services are supported by a talented choir, and we have a wide range of services, including a traditional Nine Lessons and Carols in the week before Christmas and a quiet and meditative "Tenebrae service" on the evening of Good Friday.
Many baptisms, weddings and funerals take place in Holy Trinity church, and everyone is welcome at all of our services.
The parish of Witney is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Oxford’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
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St. John the Baptist
Curbridge lies to the south-west of Witney, population about 425, and is separated from Witney by the A40 by-pass. It is an agricultural area, with farms both in and around the village. There is a pub, a Skoda garage and a children’s playground, but no shop.
The Church building a is small (seats 70), attractive Arts and Crafts building, set in an open churchyard, well cared for and valued by the village community. There is a small regular congregation of 12-18, but up to 40 for special occasions like evening services for Harvest festival and Carol Service. It is well supported by Friends of Curbridge Church who fund-raise for the building and support village community life. Several residential developments, large and small, are being built close to the village providing us with the opportunity to grow our congregation.
The parish of Witney is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Oxford’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
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St. Mary the Virgin, Witney
St Mary's is one of six Church of England churches in the Benefice of Witney. This ancient house of prayer has been a place of hospitality for over 750 years and stands at the end of Church Green. We are the main Anglican and civic church for the town.
We are inclusive and pride ourselves on being a warm welcoming and friendly community embracing a hospitable Christianity. The heart of our life is our worship. We treasure the Eucharist and Daily Office. Environmental matters are important to us.
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