Church
Bishop of Chester hands over safeguarding duties after jailing of retired priest
The Bishop of Chester Peter Forster has passed his safeguarding duties over to another bishop after coming under criticism for his handling of an abuse case involving a retired priest who was jailed this month.
St Paul's increasing security after arrest of suspected gunman
St Paul's Cathedral said it was beefing up security after a suspected gunman was arrested outside the cathedral on Friday.
Life of John Wesley brought to life by launch of guided tours at new multi-million pound visitor centre
From next week, fans of church history - and Methodist history in particular - will be able to learn close-up what life and faith looked like for John Wesley with the launch of guided tours at a new multi-million pound visitor centre and museum in Bristol.
Pope pulled hand away from worshippers because of 'hygiene' concerns - Vatican spokesman
There's a very simple explanation to why the Pope shunned the kisses of worshippers last Wednesday, says Vatican spokesman Alessandro Gisotti: hygiene.
In Their Words: The Story of Early Methodism
The early years of Methodism were marked by hostility from the establishment, internal divisions and personal failures. But Methodism survived and became a mighty engine for spiritual renewal.
'Wit and wisdom' from Russell Brand and Frank Turner at this year's Greenbelt
This year's Greenbelt Festival is taking place under the banner of 'Wit & Wisdom' and the eclectic line-up includes TV personality Russell Brand, singer-songwriter Frank Turner and controversial Lutheran pastor Nadia Bolz-Weber.
Faith communities need to listen to victims of domestic abuse, says Church Moderator
Domestic abuse will only be eradicated if people, including members of faith communities, are able to speak about the issue openly, the Moderator of the Church of Scotland General Assembly has said.
We don't change the world 'out there' without changing the world in us
All the ills that we identify around us are mirrored in our own journeys. If we want the world to be different, if we want change, it has to begin with us
University hosting global Anglican bishops' meeting says event is 'contrary to its values'
The university scheduled to host the next Lambeth Conference of worldwide Anglican bishops has said the event does not fully comply with its values.
Churches partnering with conservation groups to connect better with nature
Churches in Scotland are being encouraged to turn their grounds into wildlife habitats with the help of conservation groups.
How Russell Crowe's 'Gladiator' body armour is being used to inspire young Christians in their faith
A prop from 'Gladiator', the movie that propelled Russell Crowe to international stardom, has found an unlikely new lease of life as a tool to inspire young Christians in their walk of faith.
Churches encouraged to stay open to make the most of the tourist season
With many people planning their summer vacations at this time of year, churches are being encouraged to stay open in the hopes of attracting more tourists through their doors.
Church defends appointment of Jonathan de Bernhardt Wood as fundraising advisor
The Church of England has defended its lead fundraising advisor after his approach to increasing donations was called into question.
Church fears holding Catholic beliefs may soon be a 'hate crime'
A "climate of heightened sensitivity" and increasingly broad definitions of 'hate crime' are putting freedom of speech and belief at risk, the Catholic Church in Scotland has warned.
Figuring out what God is calling us to is simple really
Doing the work of God isn't always glamorous but it's always, always life-changing for those on the receiving end
Salisbury Cathedral up for museum award after powerful art installation makes an impression
A powerful art installation symbolising reconciliation and peace at Salisbury Cathedral has caught the eye of the Museum and Heritage Awards.