Communion by Extension
Book onto the 2026 course via Eventbrite by clicking here.
A morning (Sat 15 August 2026, 9.30-1pm) to explore the nature of Common Worship's Communion by Extension provision, to consider how these services differ from both Holy Communion and Home Communion, and to reflect the significance of those differences.
This course, led by Revd Dr Phil Cooke, is required for anyone working towards authorisation to lead services of Communion by Extension within the Diocese of Oxford. It is also open to anyone interested in discovering more about this particular aspect of Christian worship
Please note booking is essential.
Lay Funeral Ministry
Bookings for this year's course are now closed. Bookings for the next course in Spring 2027 will open by January 2027.
A day to reflect creatively on theological, liturgical and pastoral aspects of funeral ministry and care of the bereaved. This one-day course, led by Penny Pedley and Revd Dr Phil Cooke, will cover a range of issues and challenges encountered in funeral ministry. While of particular interest to those just starting to conduct funerals or wanting to think a little further about exploring this ministry, more experienced funeral officiants are equally welcome.
This course is required for anyone working towards authorised Lay Funeral Ministry within the Diocese of Oxford. It is also recommended for LLMs interested in funeral and bereavement ministry.