The Synod Process
The process for the Synod is very different from anything I've experienced in the Church of England. For one thing the programme is in Latin. My ancient languages are stronger than my modern ones so that's not so much of a problem. My…
Preparing for the Synod of Bishops
Welcome to this new blog. A bit of an experiment. We'll see how it goes.I've started blogging because of an invitation to go to Rome in a few days time for something called the Synod of Bishops. The Synod has been called by Pope Benedict.…
Bishop Steven announces his retirement
The Bishop of Oxford, the Rt Revd Dr Steven Croft, has announced he will retire next July. After 10 years as diocesan bishop for the Diocese of Oxford, Bishop Steven will lay down his crozier at a service at Christ Church Cathedral on 31 May. Bishop Steven’s retirement means he will also step down from […]