For almost a thousand years St Marys Church has played its part at the centre of the village of Bampton in Oxfordshire, and today it continues to be a vibrant influence within our local community as well as a beautiful centrepiece to the village.

The future of the Church and its community depends on local support and hard work from a committed group of volunteers who ensure that St Marys remains a special place at the heart of our community.

Ecumenical Study and Discussion Group
A series of 5 meetings to study the York Courses material, ‘ These three...Faith, Hope and Love ’, will be held in Bampton Methodist Church on Wednesday evenings, beginning on 9th November at 7.30 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

Confirmation - 29th January 2012
Bishop Colin has agreed to hold a Confirmation Service in this parish at 10.30 a.m. On Sunday, 29th January next year, which means that Confirmation classes can begin in November. The Vicar would like to hear from anyone interested in being prepared for Confirmation - adults of any age and children/teenagers, usually aged 11 upwards.

Please phone the Vicar on (01993) 851222 or email: revdjlloyd@btinternet.com

The first class for children and teenagers will be held in the Vicarage on Thursday, 10th November, from 6.00 to 6.45 p.m.
Adult candidates will be notified in due course.

Unhallowed Ground
Mel Starr's fourth chronicle of Hugh de Singleton, surgeon, is now available in the Vesey Room and West Ox Arts Gallery. Price £8.99, as before.