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Turn to God instead of fear - Archbishop
Turn to God instead of fear - Archbishop

The Archbishop of Canterbury used his sermon for the Church of England's first national virtual service to call people to look outwards to the needs of others and remember "that life carries on".

Sunday worship moves online
Sunday worship moves online

Churches across the nation are livestreaming Sunday services into the homes of worshippers in an unprecedented shift following widespread restrictions on movement imposed because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Church weddings will continue during coronavirus pandemic but with only five people present
Church weddings will continue during coronavirus pandemic but with only five people present

People with a church wedding booked in the coming months are facing the prospect of having to drastically scale back their plans after the Church of England introduced guidance recommending no more than five people in attendance - the legal minimum.

Justin Welby to lead first virtual Church of England service following coronavirus changes
Justin Welby to lead first virtual Church of England service following coronavirus changes

The first virtual service since the Church of England announced the suspension of public worship over coronavirus is to be led by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby.

New Church guidance issued to keep funerals safe during coronavirus pandemic
New Church guidance issued to keep funerals safe during coronavirus pandemic

The number of people able to attend a funeral will be limited during the coronavirus pandemic under new guidelines brought in by the Church of England.

Catholic Church leaders hope buildings will 'be a focal point of prayer' as public worship is suspended
Catholic Church leaders hope buildings will 'be a focal point of prayer' as public worship is suspended

The Catholic Church has confirmed that public Mass will be suspended starting on Friday evening over coronavirus concerns.

Rochester Cathedral spire lit up blue as a 'sign of constant prayers'
Rochester Cathedral spire lit up blue as a 'sign of constant prayers'

"These are difficult and challenging times," said cathedral Dean Dr Philip Hasketh.

Coronavirus is an opportunity for the Church to 'rise up' - Baptist leader
Coronavirus is an opportunity for the Church to 'rise up' - Baptist leader

The head of the Baptist Union of Great Britain (BUGB) has encouraged Christians not to be afraid in the face of the coronavirus pandemic but instead look for opportunities to serve their communities and love their neighbours.

Baptist Union of Great Britain, Church of Scotland General Assemblies called off over coronavirus
Baptist Union of Great Britain, Church of Scotland General Assemblies called off over coronavirus

The Church of Scotland said that cancelling its General Assembly in May was the "only choice" it could make in light of current circumstances.

Church services halted after change to Government guidance
Church services halted after change to Government guidance

Churches are following the updated guidance from the Government by suspending services for the timebeing over the coronavirus pandemic.

Church of England churches told to suspend services over coronavirus outbreak
Church of England churches told to suspend services over coronavirus outbreak

The Archbishops of Canterbury and York are calling on Church of England churches to suspend public services for the timebeing in light of the escalating coronavirus crisis.

Church bells ring out in act of 'solidarity' on muted St Patrick's Day
Church bells ring out in act of 'solidarity' on muted St Patrick's Day

With many St Patrick's Day celebrations cancelled around the world over coronavirus, churches in Ireland are instead ringing their bells.

Churches make national call to prayer for coronavirus pandemic
Churches make national call to prayer for coronavirus pandemic

All churches and people of prayer are being invited to join in a national day of prayer and action on Mothering Sunday, which in the UK falls this weekend on March 22.

Government unveils £1.6m in funding to make places of worship more secure
Government unveils £1.6m in funding to make places of worship more secure

The funding is being made available to help places of worship pay for installing security equipment like CCTV cameras and lighting.

Ringside baptisms for boxers who came to faith through church's boxing club
Ringside baptisms for boxers who came to faith through church's boxing club

To the familiar tones of Michael Buffer's iconic 'Let's get ready to rumble' introduction and Stormzy soundtrack, five young boxers put down their gloves and rather than knock out their opponents, laid down and surrendered their lives to Jesus.

First female bishop in the Anglican Communion dies aged 89
First female bishop in the Anglican Communion dies aged 89

The first woman to be consecrated a bishop in the Anglican Communion has passed away aged 89.