A conference centre in Bicester is set to take part in an international event calling on Christians to "connect with the land from where Jesus came".

Palestinian Christian women are this year's hosts for World Day of Prayer on March 8.

John Paul 11 Centre in Bicester is welcoming all from 10.30am on World Day of Prayer.

The international event is led by women, bringing thoughts, hopes, and prayers from different corners of the world.

The gathering, aimed at connecting with the land where Christianity was born, reveals the resilience of these women amidst ongoing turmoil, offering a message of hope and solidarity.

The theme of the service is "bear with one another in love".

To find other local services visit the World Day of Prayer website.