Church
A 'forest church' helps Christians connect with nature - and non-Christians connect with the church
A rural Lancashire church is tapping into the area's natural beauty to help people connect with nature while at the same time establishing relationships with people who might never step foot inside a church building.
Independent inquiry to probe Church of England's handling of John Smyth allegations
An independent review is to be carried out into the Church of England's handling of allegations against John Smyth.
On a quiet canal, a church peace garden remembers the brave nurses of WWI's 'floating hospitals'
Meandering its way through the suburbs of Edinburgh is the historic Union Canal, a once bustling waterway at the heart of Scottish Victorian industry.
Helter Skelter opens in Norwich Cathedral
The Dean of Norwich was the first down the new - and rather controversial - helter skelter installed inside Norwich Cathedral.
A picture tells a thousands words: Wakefield Cathedral photo installation spotlights special journeys
A picture postcard artshow has gone on display at Wakefield Cathedral offering a snapshot of people's favourite places and journeys.
Bishop of Blackburn to lead clergy training in Africa
The Bishop of Blackburn, Julian Henderson, and his wife Heather are heading to Africa next week to lead clergy training.
Church of England invests in sports outreach in major drive to attract newcomers to church
The Church of England is launching a major drive to attract new people to church through sporting activities.
Church organist coaching scheme launched to keep the tradition alive
A church organist coaching scheme has been launched across Wales in a bid to keep the tradition alive.
Human trafficking victims are 'women crucified', says Pope
The Pope has called on individuals and institutions to play their part in ridding the world of the "disgusting vice" of human trafficking and prostitution.
Church of England defends appointment of Rose Hudson-Wilkin as Bishop of Dover
The Church of England's Head of Parliamentary Affairs has written to the Spectator to defend the appointment of Rev Rose Hudson-Wilkin after a critical piece in the magazine drew controversy.
No-deal Brexit would be 'irresponsible', Church leaders warn
Church leaders have written to Britain's new Prime Minister Boris Johnson urging him to reconsider his "deal or no deal" approach to Brexit.
Perpetrators of child sexual abuse must be punished, says Pope Francis
Pope Francis suggested that a culture change was needed in the Catholic Church and that he wanted an "apostolate of prevention" to be implemented to prevent minors from being abused.
Evangelical Fellowship in the Anglican Communion appoints Henry Scriven as interim General Secretary
The Evangelical Fellowship in the Anglican Communion (EFAC) has appointed Bishop Henry Scriven as interim General Secretary.
Apologies for abuse are 'cheap' if not followed by actions, says Archbishop of Canterbury
The Archbishop of Canterbury has said that the Church of England must "put actions behind the words" if its apologies for abuse are to have any meaning.
Evangelical group changes basis of faith to affirm heterosexual marriage
The Evangelical Group of the General Synod has amended its basis of faith to include a new clause affirming marriage as a union "between one man and one woman".
Methodist evangelicals urged to stay and engage after Church moves towards gay blessings
An evangelical network in the Methodist Church is asking evangelicals not to leave just yet but stay and engage as plans for gay marriage blessings continue to be debated.