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Church launches all-Wales rural group

From the price of milk to school closures – the challenges of rural life will be the focus of a new group being launched by the Church in Wales this week.

05 June 2014

Indigenous communities, deforestation, youth top Eco-Bishop list

The ecological vulnerability of Indigenous communities, the rapid expansion of deforestation, and the energy of youth for the environment have all emerged as key issues as the Anglican Communion Environmental Network’s Eco-Bishops’ initiative gains momentum.

05 June 2014

Unique York Minster Service To Welcome New Diocese

Archbishop of York says, “We have lift off!"

03 June 2014

England: BNP and National Front incompatible with teaching of Church

The House of Bishops of the Church of England have voted to make membership or support of the British National Party (BNP) or National Front (NF) a potential disciplinary offence for its clergy.

03 June 2014

England: High speed rail route will destroy graves warns Church

The HS2 line has come under fire from the Church of England – over concerns that human remains will be disturbed.

02 June 2014

Renewal of the Episcopal Publishing House

The Episcopal Publishing House (EPH) of Egypt is going through a process of renewal.

30 May 2014

Statement from Irish Inter–Church Committee on Diversity

Following today’s quarterly meeting of the Irish Inter–Church Committee, a statement was issued regarding comments made by Pastor James McConnell

29 May 2014

England: Financial advice to be available in churches

The Church of England has launched a new scheme to promote responsible lending

28 May 2014

Archdeacon of Stow and Lindsey appointed Canon of Westminster

The Venerable Jane Sinclair, Archdeacon of Stow and Lindsey, has been appointed by the Crown to the Canonry of Westminster vacant through the appointment of Canon Jane Hedges as Dean of Norwich.

26 May 2014

Dioceses vote in favour of women bishops

The Church of England’s dioceses* have now all voted in favour of the current draft legislation to enable women to be bishops. 

23 May 2014