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Landmark Vatican-China deal over 'illegitimate bishops' ready to sign
A breakthrough deal between the Vatican and China over the appointment of bishops could be signed within days, according a source quoted by Reuters.
Priest in Portugal to stay in ministry despite fathering a child
A catholic priest from Funchal, Portugal recently made headlines in the country for being kept in the pastoral ministry despite fathering a child. The priest resigned from his role as a pastor, but will still be able to carry on other tasks for the ministry.
Now Forward in Faith Anglo-Catholics blast CofE-Methodist unity plans
Another group of Anglo-Catholics has strongly opposed proposals to end 200 years of schism between the Church of England and the Methodist Church, saying they represent 'a fundamental breach'.
EXCLUSIVE: Bishop blasts disgraced priest allowed to defend George Bell at Church of England's headquarters
It is 'outrageous' that a disgraced priest banned from ministry has been allowed to speak at the Church of England's headquarters, a bishop said today.
The 21 Day Challenge: How 3 weeks could revolutionise your spiritual life
Christian commitment to a year of spiritual resolve can be a daunting prospect, but three weeks may be all it takes to revolutionise your life. YouVersion, the team behind the popular Bible App, are once again inviting users to undertake the '21 Day Challenge', starting today.
Egyptian court hands down suspended sentences to 15 Muslim attackers after Coptic church violence
An Egyptian court yesterday sentenced 15 Muslim defendants to a year in jail, charged with attacking an unlicensed Coptic Church in a village south of Cairo.
Lord Carlile slams 'unwise and foolish' Church of England statement on Bishop George Bell
Lord Carlile, who published an independent report into the Church of England's handling of an allegation of sexual abuse against Bishop George Bell, has attacked the Church for issuing a statement yesterday saying that it had received 'fresh information' concerning the late bishop.
Pope Francis prays for all the victims of two separate Taliban attacks in Afghanistan
Last Sunday, Pope Francis offered a heartfelt prayer for all the victims of the most recent terrorist attacks in Afghanistan. The Papal led a silent prayer for the "inhumane violence" to stop.
New investigation into late Bishop George Bell as CofE says it has received 'fresh information'
The Church of England today said that it had received 'fresh information' concerning the late Bishop George Bell, with Christian Today understanding that a new complainant has come forward following publicity about allegations against the bishop.
Three cheers for the Church of England Evangelical Council's statement on marriage and sex
The Church of England Evangelical Council (CEEC) has issued what it calls a 'reflection' on Anglicanism, marriage and sex. Here are some reasons why evangelicals of whatever hue or shade should rejoice.
Evangelical Anglicans warn they might walk away if CofE departs from 'apostolic truth'
An umbrella body for evangelicals in the Church of England has issued a stark warning of consequences for Church unity if it departs from 'apostolic truth' on sexual ethics.
Church of England's 'culture of secrecy' under the spotlight in abuse inquiry
A public inquiry into sex abuse in the Church of England will focus on the institution's culture of secrecy.
Don Bosco: 7 quotes from the saint who taught by kindness
St John Bosco or 'Don Bosco' (1815-1888), whose feast day is today, was an Italian Catholic priest who worked in Turin.
CofE and Methodist unity plans 'threaten the fundamentals' of Church, Anglo-Catholics warn
Anglo-Catholics are warning proposals to end 200-years of schism with the Methodist Church 'threaten the fundamentals' of the Church of England.
Salvation Army launches group singing initiative for dementia sufferers
The Salvation Army has launched an innovative, spiritually-minded new programme to help those suffering from dementia, using singing to connect dementia victims and their carers, and to prompt memory recollection.
When Spurgeon died: How a life of faith prepared him for its end
Charles Haddon Spurgeon had suffered from ill-health for many years, tormented by gout, rheumatism and Bright's disease.