The vital importance of joy: lessons from St Augustine

Maundy Thursday Sermon

Sermon from Christ Church Cathedral Oxford, preached at the Chrism Eucharist on Thursday 2nd April by the Bishop of Oxford.

Christ is Risen

A sermon preached in Christ Church Cathedral in Oxford on Easter Day. The readings for the Easter Day were Acts 10.34-43; Colossians 3.1-4; and John 20.1-18. The sermon focusses on Peter’s opening words in the passage from Acts, exploring the consequences of the resurrection of Christ for the whole world: “I truly understand that God shows no partiality….”

A more Christ-like Church for the sake of God’s world

A presidential address to the Oxford Diocesan Synod on 7th March 2026, looking back in thanksgiving at our Common Vision and looking forward to the future.

The vital importance of joy: lessons from St Augustine

This second essay on the vital ministry of Christian formation and preaching in Epiphany draws on the wisdom of St Augustine, a Bishop and Doctor of the Church, in North Africa.

Preaching in Epiphany

A short reflection on preaching in the season of Epiphany, exploring the Church’s calling to invite others to come and see Christ. Drawing on scripture, tradition, and the rhythms of the Christian year, this address encourages clergy and lay ministers to preach with clarity, generosity, and hope as we journey toward Lent.