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Lichfield Cathedral stone gifted to ancient Essex chapel in symbol of shared faith and heritage
Lichfield and Chelmsford have spiritual links going back over a thousand years.
Methodists 'unable to achieve' goal of Net Zero by 2030
A Church report said much progress had been made, but that ultimately the 2030 target is unachievable.
Christian teacher Enoch Burke released from prison after High Court order
Irish teacher Enoch Burke has been released from prison on the orders of the High Court in Dublin, ending the latest chapter in a long-running legal dispute that has drawn attention beyond Ireland.
Evangelicals announce month of prayer as Church of England debates same-sex relationships
Evangelicals fear a Private Member's Motion will be used to move the Church away from scriptural teachings on sexuality.
Archbishop of York calls for better representation of faith in the media amid concerns over religious illiteracy
The Archbishop of York has warned that widespread religious illiteracy is leaving Britain less able to understand global events, its own history and the communities that make up modern society, calling for faith to be represented more accurately across the media.
BBC announces major four-part series exploring Jesus’s life and world
The BBC has commissioned a new four-part television series exploring the life of Jesus Christ, bringing together historical research, archaeological evidence and expert perspectives.
Conversion therapy ban 'opens the door to the persecution of parents and pastors'
The plans also infringe on the right of those who want help, to seek it.
Some families have had to remove their own dead from rubble in Venezuela, says church leader
Church sources in the country fear as many as 250,000 people may have been left homeless.
Salvation Army praised for aid efforts in deadly Bedford train crash
An investigation into the exact cause of the crash is ongoing.
Under-16s social media ban is ‘not a silver bullet'
The UK Evangelical Alliance says social media causes “real harm” to young people, but a government ban is no “silver bullet” for protecting them.
Former Queen's chaplain: King Charles has betrayed his faith, office and subjects
A former royal chaplain has accused King Charles III of betraying his faith, office and subjects by pledging to “protect the space for Faith within the multi-faith nation”.
Catholic Church reiterates apology and commitment to safeguarding after bishop charged with rape
The Church said the charges are “deeply distressing”.
Theologian: Pro-Pride parishes should not call themselves a church
Support for Pride appears to be waning.
Archbishop of Canterbury: Palestinian Christians facing 'existential crisis'
The Archbishop of Canterbury supports a two-state solution.
One in three pregnancies now result in abortion as England and Wales reach record high
Abortions have increased while the number of conceptions resulting in a live birth has seen almost no change.
Church of England urges ‘a healthy sense of patriotism’ as Synod prepares to debate national unity
A new Church of England paper calling on Christians to help heal growing divisions sees an increasingly important role in modelling “a healthy sense of patriotism” while resisting both nationalism and political polarisation.