Church

Baptist leaders call for prayer amid 'challenging' coronavirus outbreak
Leaders of the Baptist Union of Great Britain said the coronavirus outbreak sweeping the world would "reveal the essential nature of our discipleship".

Methodist Church asks ministers to think of the vulnerable in new coronavirus guidance
The Methodist Church has issued new coronavirus guidance asking ministers to think about who the vulnerable people in their community might be.

New Christian coalition launched to support the bereaved
A new coalition of Christian organisations has been launched to support churches of all denominations in caring for the bereaved.

Archbishops tell churches to be prepared for 'all reasonable eventualities' in updated coronavirus guidance
Church of England clergy are to suspend the use of the shared chalice during Communion and encourage worshippers not to shake hands during the Sign of the Peace under revised coronavirus guidelines.

The Dean's Beans: Blackburn Cathedral launches its own range of tea and coffee
When Blackburn Cathedral launched its own gin two years ago, it started turning a profit in just six months. Now it's hoping to repeat that success with its new tea and coffee blends.

Pope livestreams Mass for people with coronavirus
Pope Francis is utilising live broadcasts to reach people affected by the coronavirus, including the vulnerable and medical workers on the frontline of the fight against the outbreak.

More support for churches struggling with bat populations
Churches at risk of damage from unsustainable bat roosts are benefitting from a nationwide scheme to protect their buildings that will also enable the mammals to thrive.
Pope to livestream Sunday prayer in face of coronavirus outbreak
The Pope is to livestream his Sunday blessing from inside the Vatican in a bid to prevent large crowds gathering in St Peter's Square amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Prayers for the coronavirus outbreak
A series of helpful prayers for Christians to use in conjunction with the spread of the coronavirus.

Fishermen's Mission and Vision Express partner to protect the eyesight of fishermen
Pilot programmes set up at harbours have found a prevalence of UV damage among fishermen.

Vatican opens up archives on Pope Pius XII to researchers
Researchers are being given the long-waited opportunity to peer into the pontificate of Pope Pius XII as the Holy See opens up its archives on the controversial figure.

Church of Ireland clarifies position on same-sex marriage after confusion
The Church of Ireland has clarified its position on same-sex marriage following confusion over a consultation submission by one of its official bodies.

Nearly half of self-identifying Anglicans support same-sex marriage - poll
The poll was conducted by YouGov on behalf of the Ozanne Foundation.

£5m boost for church growth projects in Wales
Two projects aimed at increasing the Church in Wales' reach have been awarded grants of nearly £5m between them.

Church of Ireland issues coronavirus guidance after first confirmed case in Northern Ireland
The Church of Ireland has issued guidelines for coronavirus after the first case was confirmed in Northern Ireland on Friday.

Churches can 'model a better story' for mothers and unborn children
Evangelical groups are working together to produce resources that will equip the church in responding to far-reaching changes to abortion laws in Northern Ireland.