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Pope Francis tells parents of kids who identify as LGBT not to 'hide in an attitude of condemnation'
Pope Francis tells parents of kids who identify as LGBT not to 'hide in an attitude of condemnation'

Pope Francis has called on parents of children who identify as LGBT to "accompany" them and "not hide in an attitude of condemnation."

Vatican official defends Benedict after Munich abuse report
Vatican official defends Benedict after Munich abuse report

A Vatican official has said it would be wrong to look for "easy scapegoats" after Pope emeritus Benedict XVI was accused of mishandling abuse complaints.

Church's reputation is 'under threat' from negative media coverage
Church's reputation is 'under threat' from negative media coverage

A "plethora" of negative news stories is threatening to undermine the good being done by churches across the country.

New project to remember 'living legacy' of Scottish missionary who died in Auschwitz
New project to remember 'living legacy' of Scottish missionary who died in Auschwitz

Plans are underway to remember a Church of Scotland missionary who gave her life to protect Jewish school girls during the Holocaust.

Sacrifices 'have saved lives', says Bishop of London
Sacrifices 'have saved lives', says Bishop of London

The Bishop of London has paid tribute to parishes, frontline workers and others who have made "huge sacrifices" during the pandemic as England prepares to lift Plan B restrictions.

Church leaders involved in abuse cover-ups should apologise, says Catholic safeguarding expert
Church leaders involved in abuse cover-ups should apologise, says Catholic safeguarding expert

Fr. Hans Zollner's comments come on the heels of a scathing report on sexual abuse in the Archdiocese of Munich, once headed by emeritus Pope Benedict XVI.

Pope asks people to pray for peace between Russia and Ukraine
Pope asks people to pray for peace between Russia and Ukraine

Pope Francis has designated Wednesday a day of prayer for peace in Ukraine amid fears of an invasion by Russia.

Church of England to increase minority ethnic presence in House of Bishops
Church of England to increase minority ethnic presence in House of Bishops

The Church of England has agreed plans to increase the number of clergy from minority ethnic backgrounds who serve on the House of Bishops.

The Church has a 'significant' abortion issue
The Church has a 'significant' abortion issue

A new study has found that a sizeable number of Christian men have been involved in an abortion decision.

Vatican tightens Covid-19 restrictions, applies mandatory vaccination
Vatican tightens Covid-19 restrictions, applies mandatory vaccination

The Vatican has made vaccinations and booster shots mandatory for employees and visitors wishing to enter the Vatican Museums and gardens.

Former Assemblies of God leader George Wood dies aged 80
Former Assemblies of God leader George Wood dies aged 80

Wood died after a four-month battle with stage 4 cancer.

Pope Francis speaks out against cancel culture

The Pope has warned against cancel culture and attempts to deny or re-write history through a modern lens.

Welby calls for social care overhaul
Welby calls for social care overhaul

Government reforms of social care need to start with the person and not financial costs, the Archbishop of Canterbury has said.

Pope Francis laments couples who choose pets over having children
Pope Francis laments couples who choose pets over having children

Pope Francis has expressed his regret that more couples today appear content to have cats and dogs, rather than children.

God is near, says Pope in New Year's Day address
God is near, says Pope in New Year's Day address

In a world that continues to be rocked by insecurity and the challenges of the pandemic, God is not distant but very near, Pope Francis has said.

Pope appeals for peace in Christmas Day Urbi et Orbi address

The Pope has urged the world not to be indifferent to conflicts and tragedies but instead continue working for peace.