Sermons you can use, our peer learning group, FAQs and funding help
These sermons from our bishops, archdeacons and associate archdeacons are for parishes to slot into their online services. We also have video resources and Come and See materials that can be used in online services and small groups.
Please note that sermons are for parish/benefice use only and provided 'as is'. The films must not be cut or edited in any way, except to trim the 'in' and 'out' points of each film so the movements to switch on and off the camera are not broadcast.
To view a sermon, click the link below and a player will open. To download the file, click 'download'. Sermon text is provided where available as a separate link.
If you get stuck, please email communications@oxford.anglican.org or post a message on the peer-learning Facebook group.
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Teaching films
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Give us today our daily bread
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Your kingdom come, Your will be done, On earth as in heaven
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Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name
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Testimony films
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To find out more, visit oxford.anglican.org/come-and-see
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The Church and the forgiveness of sins
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I believe in the Holy Spirit
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He was crucified, died and rose again…
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I believe in Jesus Christ
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I Believe in God
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Individual invitation film: A three-minute separate invitation film for enquirers, suitable for parish social media channels.
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Parish invitation film: A three-minute film about Come and See featuring Bishop Steven. This is for parishes to use in online services during the season of Epiphany.
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Testimony films
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To find out more, visit oxford.anglican.org/come-and-see
We're helping to combat misinformation and bust myths by offering accurate information and advice about the vaccine as part of the Give Hope campaign. These downloadable short films are suitable in online services.
The following films from Bishop Steven and Bishop Olivia can be used at any time.
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Easter Day - The Rt Revd Dr Steven Croft, Bishop of Oxford
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Palm Sunday - 28 March - the Revd Canon Sally Lodge
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Passiontide - 21 March - the Venerable Jonathan Chaffey, Archdeacon
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Lent 4 or Mothering Sunday - 14 March - Revd Liz Jackson, Associate Archdeacon
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Lent 3 - 7 March - the Venerable Judy French, Archdeacon
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Lent 2 - 28 February - Revd Chris Bull, Associate Archdeacon
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First Sunday of Lent - 21 February - the Venerable Jonathan Chaffey, Archdeacon
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Sunday before Lent - 14 February - Revd Chris Bull, Associate Archdeacon
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Second Sunday before Lent - 7 February - Revd David Tyler, Associate Archdeacon
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Presentation of Christ in the Temple - 31 January - Revd Paul Cowan, chaplain to the Bishop of Oxford
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Epiphany 3 - 24 January - Revd Liz Jackson, Associate Archdeacon
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Second Sunday of Advent - Sunday 6 December - Archdeacon Stephen
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All Saints / 4th before Advent - 1 November - two sermons are available
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Revd Keith Dunnett: Watch | Download -
Trinity 18 - Sunday 11 October - Revd David Tyler
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Trinity 17 - Sunday 4 October - two sermons are available. Suitable for use across the Diocese.
The Venerable Judy French (Dorchester): Watch | Download | Text
Revd Nicholas Cheeseman (Berkshire): Watch | Download -
Trinity 16 - no local sermon available
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Trinity 15 - Sunday 20 September - Bishop Colin
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Trinity 14 - no local sermon available
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Trinity 13 - Sunday 6 September - Revd Liz Jackson
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Trinity 12 - Sunday 30 August - Bishop Steven
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Trinity 11 - Sunday 23 August - Bishop Alan
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Trinity 10 - Sunday 16 August - Bishop Colin
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Trinity 9 - Sunday 9 August - Bishop Olivia
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Trinity 8 - Sunday 2 August - Bishop Steven
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Trinity 7 - Sunday 26 July
Bishop Olivia: Watch | Download | Text
Bishop Colin: Watch | Download -
Trinity 6 - Sunday 19 July - Rev David Tyler
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Trinity 5 - Sunday 12 July - Bishop Colin
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Trinity 4 - Sunday 5 July - Archdeacon Judy
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Trinity 3 - Sunday 28 June - Bishop Colin
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Trinity 2 - Sunday 21 June - Rev David Tyler
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Trinity 2 - Sunday 21 June - Fr Richard Lamey
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The Church of England has put together this helpful beginners' guide to streaming.
FAQs
For churches just getting started with film, perhaps start with a simple video of someone reading out this week’s prayers or readings. Maybe a message from the vicar to say hello and to explain how the church is continuing to function. Remember, online worship doesn’t just have to fall to the ordained clergy - the church needs everyone’s gifts to flourish, particularly at this time. Some more ideas include:
- A sermon with an opportunity for discussion afterwards;
- A thought for the day from the vicar or a member of the church;
- A daily prayer;
- An update or a good news story;
- Read out the week’s notices and ask everyone to share their own news in the comments.
Funding for internet connection and livestreaming kits
With more and more churches livestreaming services from within the church building, the need for internet connectivity and wifi is greater than ever before.
We have recently received a generous donation from a private donor to offer grants of up to £1,000 for churches investing in bringing internet into their church building in preparation for livestreaming.
We are also able to provide funds for churches wishing to purchase a livestreaming kit. Please see our fundraising page for more information.
Other resources
The Church of England's A Church Near You hub has lots of helpful resources too, from hymns and stock photography to editable church graphics.