The aim of St Margaret’s is to provide for the worship of God in a welcoming atmosphere where all people sense they are members of the family of God.
Our prime concerns are to:
- Enable people of all ages to worship God and develop their faith and see its relevance to their daily lives
- Through liturgy and prayer to encourage people to a greater awareness of the presence of God
- Show practical concern for those in need, both in the community and in the world at large
- Strive to safeguard the integrity of creation, and to sustain the life of the earth
- Seek to promote social justice.
Our affiliations
St Margaret’s is the parish church for the Church of England parish of St Philip and St James with St Margaret, part of the Diocese of Oxford.
Along with St Giles’ Church in central Oxford, St Margaret’s is part of the Benefice of Oxford St Giles’, St Philip and St James with St Margaret.
We are part of the inclusive church network and affirm all people regardless of their gender or sexuality.

