“Celebrating the most sacred day on which your Only Begotten Son, our Lord, placed at the right hand of your glory our weak human nature.” Happy feast of the Ascension. Time to start praying to the Holy Spirit. #oxfordoratory
The little tower of our church against beautiful skies over the city today. #oxfordoratory
Novena to St Philip Booklet
Our novena in preparation for the feast Our Holy Father St Philip begins tonight after Vespers. The novena will continue each day until the feast on Tuesday 26 May. You can download a booklet to follow along with the hymns and prayers here.
While we look forward eagerly to their being open again, there’s a great view of the fully restored doors. #oxfordoratory
We are trying to make sure that the church feels inviting when everyone is allowed back in! #oxfordoratory
For the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima, in Mary’s month, the design for the apse window. #oxfordoratory
Morning light catches the saints on the Reredos. The Fathers gather for a time of prayer each day at 7:00am. #oxfordoratory
The Lady Chapel looks best in May, when lit only by the early morning sun. Join us for May devotions at 6:30pm tonight. #oxfordoratory
May Devotions Booklet
Our May Devotions in honour of Our Lady begin today after the 6pm Mass. These will take place on each Tuesday of May and be streamed live. You can download a booklet to follow along with the hymns and prayers here.