Church of England unveils strategy to help its rural churches thrive
Many provided cool sanctuaries during the recent record-breaking temperatures – but they have the potential to play a much more strategic community role.
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Former Diocese of London chief charged with $5.9 million fraud, money laundering
A former Head of Operations at the Anglican Diocese of London has been charged with fraud and money laundering over the alleged disappearance of more than $5.9 million (£5 million) from the organization between 2009 and 2019.
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Vatican bishop warns Catholic missionaries in Hong Kong of China's looming crackdown
The Vatican's unofficial representative in Hong Kong had warned Catholic missions in the city that tough days are ahead for them as China is increasingly restricting religious freedom.
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Pope Francis addresses abortion, mass shootings and resignation rumors
In a new wide-ranging interview, Pope Francis said it never occurred to him to resign so far but laid out his vision for a possible retirement.
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Helping churches be confident in evangelism
Christian Today speaks to Owen Morgan, part of the Church of England's Vision & Strategy team, to find out more about a new resource to support church leaders in evangelism.
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Fewer than half of Evangelicals believe Bible is literally true: study
Only 20% say the Bible is the literal word of God, which is a historic low according to Gallup.
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Church of England takes strong stand against assisted suicide
The Church of England's General Synod meeting in York has overwhelmingly passed a motion against legalising assisted suicide.
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Discussion on marriage, sexuality and gender continues at Church of England General Synod
Church of England General Synod members meeting in York have been taking part in group discussions on marriage, sexuality and gender identity as part of the Living in Love and Faith (LLF) "discernment process".
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Archbishop speaks of 'heartbreaking' atrocities in Ukraine
The Archbishop of Canterbury used his address to the Church of England General Synod on Friday to lament the "lies" and "remorseless fear and attack" in Ukraine.
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After Roe v Wade, bishop calls for 'fruitful debate' and not 'polarised ideologies'
The decision of the US Supreme Court to overturn Roe v Wade must be followed by a period of reflection and "fruitful debate" that avoids "polarised ideologies", says the Catholic Church's Lead Bishop for Life Issues.
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Guidance on slavery monuments needs to be 'urgently reviewed', CofE told
How to deal with monuments linked to the slave trade is an "urgent and pressing matter that needs to be addressed if the Church of England is to fulfil its primary purpose of saving souls and witnessing to the all-embracing love of Jesus Christ for humanity", the Church of England has been told.
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Baptists consider changing rules on same-sex marriage for ministers
"Much thought needs to be given to the implications of various possible options. We are acutely aware that the 'stakes are high'."
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'Just rumors': Cardinal Parolin dismisses chatter about Pope's plan to resign
Francis' right-hand man at the Vatican buttressed recent statements by church officials disputing that Francis is ready to throw in the miter.
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