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Theologians seek Protestant unity through 'Reforming Catholic Confession'
More than 500 pastors and theologians have signed a 'Reforming Catholic Confession' designed to mark the 500th anniversary of the beginning of the Reformation on October 31, 2017.
Celibacy and secrecy drive Catholic Church child abuse, report claims
Enforced celibacy and secrecy are the major factors in why child abuse is so 'prevalent' in the Catholic church around the world, a major new report has found.
Quick, not dead: A vulgar Prayer Book guide even for the most froward
A new guide to help those who find themselves with one of the traditional Anglican prayer books in church â and might not be sure sure what all of it actually means.
Historic sex offence allegations 'clearly weighed on' vicar who incinerated himself
The coroner in the case of a Church of England vicar who incinerated himself while being investigated for historic sex offences has said that the allegations 'clearly weighed on him' regardless of whether or not they were true.
St Peter's bones 'found in ancient church in Rome during restoration work'
Bones attributed to St Peter have been found inside an ancient church in Rome during routine restoration work, according to reports.
Pope Francis' threat to Donald Trump: 'History will judge your decisions'
Pope Francis issued thinly veiled threats to Donald Trump on Monday afternoon as an ongoing feud between the pair continued.
Being abused, dog sitting, bashing doors down with sledgehammers â all in the name of being a priest
Why did this parish priest take a sledgehammer to smash down the door of his churchwarden?
Pope Francis' black eye: 'I was punched' he jokes
Pope Francis talked of peace and reconciliation as he sported an impressive black eye on his last day of his tour of Colombia.
Most Catholics now back abortion - poll
Most British Catholics now back abortion, according to a new census which shows a dramatic shift in Christians' social views.
CofE's floating church to take the Gospel to London's canals
The Church of England has launched a pioneering new initiative to bring its message to a sometimes forgotten demographic in London â those who dwell not on land, but on the water.
Finland's Lutheran pastors petition government over deported Christian converts
More than 400 Lutheran pastors in Finland have signed a petition expressing concern over the government deporting immigrants who have converted to Christianity.
Is Jeremy Corbyn on the road to Rome?
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn was seen in the queue for Holy Communion at a Catholic Church. Did he actually receive it, and if so what might this mean?
Australian Anglicans brand Scottish Episcopal Church 'contrary to the teaching of Christ'
Australian Anglicans have passed a motion branding the Scottish church's decision to permit gay marriage as 'contrary to the teaching of Christ'.
Can Pope Francis help dispel the darkness of murder and violence from Colombia?
Pope Francis, on his fifth visit to his native Latin America, is visiting Colombia with a message of peace. But despite a fragile three-month ceasefire, the country is still riven with conflict and has millions upon millions of internally displaced people.
DACA repeal: Steve Bannon in furious row with Catholic Church
A senior Catholic bishop is hitting back at Steve Bannon, Donald Trump's former chief strategist, after the far-right spokesman accused the Catholic Church of being economically motivated to oppose deporting immigrants.
New Archbishop of Wales: The Church is seen as only living for itself
The new Archbishop of Wales says his Church is seen as looking after its own interests before others as he seeks to address a steady decline in attendance and participation.