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Anglican minister accused of spiritual abuse used 'physical discipline', says statement
A leading Anglican minister used "physical discipline in the context of discipling relationships" which "involved men hitting each other on their naked backsides with a trainer for failing to meet personal targets", it has been stated.
'Watershed' moment for the Methodist Church as it meets to debate same-sex marriage
The Methodist Church in the UK is at a "watershed" moment as it considers whether to change its traditional position on marriage, evangelicals have said.
Prominent evangelical minister accused of spiritual abuse
A report in The Telegraph has detailed allegations of spiritual abuse against prominent evangelical leader and former Reform trustee Jonathan Fletcher.
Leading GAFCON bishop says he was victim of spiritual abuse
Andy Lines, GAFCON's missionary bishop to Europe, said he has gone through months of professional counselling after falling victim to "spiritual manipulation".
Evangelical bishops call for humility and unity ahead of Lambeth 2020
Evangelical bishops have issued an appeal for humility and unity ahead of a major conference next year that has laid bare divisions between liberals and traditionalists in the Anglican Communion.
Court's abortion ruling infringes on pregnant woman's human rights, says bishop
A court's decision to allow an abortion to be performed on a pregnant woman with learning difficulties is "sad and distressing", the Auxiliary Bishop of Westminster has said.
Call to action asks global Church to promote the contribution of women and girls
A call has gone out to the worldwide Church to do more to promote the contribution of women and girls and recognise their unique value.
Church of England bishop jailed for sexual abuse dies
Peter Ball, the former Bishop of Lewes who was jailed in 2015 for sexual offences, has died at the age of 87.
Evangelical Fellowship in the Anglican Communion parts ways with Gen Sec Richard Crocker and wife
Richard and Caroline Crocker are to cease in their roles as General Secretary and Director of Communications in the Evangelical Fellowship in the Anglican Communion (EFAC).
160 deacons from across Africa and Europe gather in Scotland
It is the 25th annual conference for the group and this year is bringing together 160 deacons from across Europe and Africa for a time of fellowship, worship and learning.
Church of England to invest millions in mission and church growth
Up to £155m is being earmarked by the Church of England to drive forward growth, protect its historic cathedrals for future generations, and increase its presence in underprivileged areas.
New Bible translation released for Scots Gaelic speakers
New Bible resources have been produced for Scotland's Gaelic-speaking community, including an updated translation of the New Testament.
Edinburgh church's peace project praised by MPs
Duddingston Kirk Glebe created a 100ft long pebble mosaic called the Path of Peace with the help of 80 local school children.
Whole Church is 'called to repentance' over sexual abuse failures, says Bishop of Blackburn
The Church of England's failure to adequately deal with past sexual abuse cases is "a form of re-abuse", senior clergy in the Diocese of Blackburn have said.
Welsh bishops adopt anti-Semitism definition
Bishops of the Church in Wales have adopted the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition of anti-Semitism.
Glasgow congregation votes to leave Episcopal Church of Scotland
A congregation in Glasgow has become the latest church to quit the Episcopal Church of Scotland over its liberal interpretation of Scripture.