Church

Archbishop of Canterbury to meet Global South bishops over Resolution 1.10
The Archbishop of Canterbury is to meet Global South bishops on Saturday after they announced they would be tabling their own resolution affirming Lambeth 1.10.

Bishops who deny the Gospel 'should be removed from their positions'
"These bishops that deny the gospel should be removed from their positions rather than be allowed to use their influence to bully faithful Anglicans out of the space that is rightfully theirs."

Reaffirmation of traditional stance on marriage and sexuality dropped from Lambeth Call
The organisers of the Lambeth Conference have dropped sections of a draft 'Call' that sought to uphold marriage as a union between a man and a woman, and reject homosexual practice as incompatible with Scripture.

Nicky Gumbel retires as vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton
Rev Nicky Gumbel and his wife Pippa have officially retired as leaders of Holy Trinity Brompton (HTB) Church in London.

'Revisions' to be made to Lambeth Call on Human Dignity
Changes are being made to a draft 'Call' at the Lambeth Conference that seeks to reaffirm a traditional interpretation of marriage and sexuality.

Pope Francis meets with Canada's Indigenous
While Pope Francis is expected to apologize for the mistreatment of Indigenous Canadians, his visit will also highlight familiar concerns that he shares with Indigenous cultures about care for the elderly and the environment.

Justin Welby has no plans to retire early
The Archbishop of Canterbury says he plans to stay in post until he reaches the retirement age of 70.

After scandals, new guidelines align Vatican investments with church teaching
After financial scandals, Vatican investments will be aimed at creating 'a more just and sustainable world.'

Church of England unveils strategy to help its rural churches thrive
Many provided cool sanctuaries during the recent record-breaking temperatures â but they have the potential to play a much more strategic community role.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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".

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.

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.