Church

Controversial article likens child sex abuse in the Church to \'terrorism\' and \'Catholic extremism\'
Controversial article likens child sex abuse in the Church to 'terrorism' and 'Catholic extremism'

A leading Australian writer and former politician has likened child sexual abuse in the Catholic Church to 'terrorism' and extremism, arguing that it is responsible for many deaths, mainly by suicide.

Welby told \'we cannot agree to disagree\' on sexuality
Welby told 'we cannot agree to disagree' on sexuality

The Archbishop of Canterbury is being warned a compromise on church teaching on sexuality is not possible as bishops prepare a draft new teaching document for discussion.

\'It is possible your church could be the target of a terror attack\': CofE responds to shock new warning
'It is possible your church could be the target of a terror attack': CofE responds to shock new warning

The Church of England has published new security guidance for church visitors and staff as experts warned places of worship are not sufficiently prepared for a terrorist attack.

Church allowed to keep modern chairs described by heritage society as \'crude\' and \'dumpy\'
Church allowed to keep modern chairs described by heritage society as 'crude' and 'dumpy'

A church in Norfolk has won a battle to keep its new, modern chairs despite the objections of a leading heritage group that says they are 'cheap' and 'dumpy'.

John Hagee Ministries cancels two London conferences following UK terror attacks
John Hagee Ministries cancels two London conferences following UK terror attacks

Two London conferences led by the pro-Israel evangelical megachurch pastor John Hagee and due later this month have been cancelled following the recent terrorist attacks in the UK.

GAFCON\'S \'missionary bishop\' explained: Will it actually make a difference?
GAFCON'S 'missionary bishop' explained: Will it actually make a difference?

Although Welby is clearly nervous by the overt challenge to his own authority and that of the official Anglican structures, there are genuine questions as to what difference it will actually make.

\'God is never absent\': Southwark Cathedral preaches peace, reopens after London Bridge terror attack
'God is never absent': Southwark Cathedral preaches peace, reopens after London Bridge terror attack

Yesterday London's Southwark Cathedral opened its doors for the first time since the London Bridge terror attacks, just over a week ago, caused it to be shut down. The Cathedral dean declared: 'God is never absent'.

Jesus cared about the scandal of food going to waste and so should you
Jesus cared about the scandal of food going to waste and so should you

As Tearfund launches its campaign to reduce food waste, Ruth Valerio writes on why it matters that each month, we throw away enough bread from our homes to fill St Paul's Cathedral to the brim.

Welby rebukes conservatives as Scots\' gay marriage move opens way for others
Welby rebukes conservatives as Scots' gay marriage move opens way for others

The Archbishop of Canterbury has criticised conservatives for planting a 'missionary' bishop after Scotland's Anglicans approved gay marriage in church.

Bail denied for Nigerian pastor charged with child sex abuse and human trafficking
Bail denied for Nigerian pastor charged with child sex abuse and human trafficking

A Nigerian pastor accused of child sex abuse and human trafficking was yesterday denied bail from the Magistrate's Court at Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

\'Crackpot bigotry\'? Anti-gay pastor Scott Lively appeals against judge\'s \'prejudicial\' comments
'Crackpot bigotry'? Anti-gay pastor Scott Lively appeals against judge's 'prejudicial' comments

Anti- gay pastor Scott Lively, who was cleared of charges relating to his campaign against gays in Uganda, is still filing an appeal against the language used by the federal judge in his ruling.

AS IT HAPPENED: How the night of the general election unfolded
AS IT HAPPENED: How the night of the general election unfolded

Christian Today's Harry Farley and Andy Walton bring you all the latest results, analysis and reaction for #GeneralElection2017 night

Gay marriage in Scottish Episcopal Church: GAFCON announces \'missionary bishop\' as split looms
Gay marriage in Scottish Episcopal Church: GAFCON announces 'missionary bishop' as split looms

Conservative Anglicans have announced a controversial 'missionary bishop' after the Scottish Episcopal Church became the first major UK church to legalise gay marriage.

Scottish Episcopal Church permits gay marriage in historic vote
Scottish Episcopal Church permits gay marriage in historic vote

The Scottish Episcopal Church has forged ahead becoming the first UK Anglican church to legalise gay marriage.

The man who punched out demons: 6 things you should know about Smith Wigglesworth
The man who punched out demons: 6 things you should know about Smith Wigglesworth

Today is the birthday of Smith Wigglesworth, a revivalist healer and preacher who shaped much of early Pentecostalism. Beside his remarkable surname, here are six things you should know about Smith Wigglesworth.

Why did people in the Old Testament tear their robes?
Why did people in the Old Testament tear their robes?

Several verses in the Bible talk about the tearing of garments. But what was behind this custom?