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Former Archbishop of York told to step back from ministry
Former Archbishop of York told to step back from ministry

The former Archbishop of York has been ordered to step back from active ministry over his response to a review into the Church of England's handling of abuse allegations.

Church of England apologises to abuse victim after review finds failings
Church of England apologises to abuse victim after review finds failings

The Church of England has said it is "truly sorry" for abuse suffered at the hands of a priest after a review concluded that senior clergy failed to take appropriate action when it was brought to their attention.

UK's first 'three-parent baby' crosses ethical line, says CARE
UK's first 'three-parent baby' crosses ethical line, says CARE

A Christian charity has said it is concerned about safety and the ethics of new biotechnology after the birth of the UK's first baby that has the DNA of three people.

Christians decry 'gruesome' violence in India
Christians decry 'gruesome' violence in India

Victims of violence in northeastern India are "deeply traumatised", says Open Doors partner.

Welby attacks Illegal Migration Bill
Welby attacks Illegal Migration Bill

The Archbishop of Canterbury has condemned the government's Illegal Migration Bill as "morally unacceptable" and "politically impractical".

Calls for swift action to end 'anti-Christian' violence in India
Calls for swift action to end 'anti-Christian' violence in India

Christians have made an urgent appeal to the Indian government to quell violence in the north east of the country that has killed dozens of people, believed to be mostly Christians.

Archbishop of Canterbury serves at homeless charity for the Big Help Out
Archbishop of Canterbury serves at homeless charity for the Big Help Out

The Archbishop of Canterbury joined thousands of others in volunteering during The Big Help Out on Monday, despite a busy weekend crowning the King.

Churches join day of volunteering to celebrate King's coronation
Churches join day of volunteering to celebrate King's coronation

Churches have been using the Monday Bank Holiday to get stuck in with volunteering projects around their communities as part of the Big Help Out in celebration of the King's coronation at the weekend.

Churches commemorate historic coronation in Sunday services
Churches commemorate historic coronation in Sunday services

The celebrations for the coronation of King Charles III are continuing in churches the length and breadth of the country this Sunday.

God Save the King: King Charles III crowned in coronation dedicated to service

King Charles III today became the 40th reigning monarch to be crowned at Westminster Abbey in a service interspersed with hymns, Bible readings and a liturgy underpinned by Christ's call to serve.

Matt Redman 'deeply impacted' by Mike Pilavachi allegations
Matt Redman 'deeply impacted' by Mike Pilavachi allegations

Matt Redman has issued a statement in response to safeguarding allegations against Soul Survivor founder Mike Pilavachi.

'Homage of the People' wording changed for King's coronation
'Homage of the People' wording changed for King's coronation

There has been a last minute change of wording to the 'Homage of the People' during the coronation of King Charles III.

A coronation with Christianity at its heart
A coronation with Christianity at its heart

King Charles III will be crowned at Westminster Abbey today in a dazzling coronation that is by its very nature a Christian act of worship, with the Gospel-inspired theme of humble service to God and people at the heart of its liturgy.

Public pledge of allegiance at coronation is an invitation, not a command, says Welby
Public pledge of allegiance at coronation is an invitation, not a command, says Welby

The Archbishop of Canterbury has defended a public pledge of allegiance to the King during his coronation on Saturday.

King's coronation reflects how much society has 'moved on' since 1953, says former Archbishop
King's coronation reflects how much society has 'moved on' since 1953, says former Archbishop

Former Archbishop of Canterbury, Baron Williams of Oystermouth, says that the King's coronation service reflects how much society has changed since Queen Elizabeth II was crowned 70 years ago.

Mike Pilavachi accusers allege full-body massages and wrestling matches
Mike Pilavachi accusers allege full-body massages and wrestling matches

Alleged victims of Rev Canon Mike Pilavachi have accused the Soul Survivor founder of giving them full-body oil massages in their underwear.