Church

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  Archbishop of York appeals for unity despite deep divisions

  The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, has tried to bridge the deep divisions at the Lambeth Conference over sexual morality by calling on Anglican Communion bishops to show unity for the sake of evangelism.

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  Divisions over identity and sexuality will 'not be solved at this conference', says Welby

  The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has told the Lambeth Conference of Anglican bishops that their disagreements over "human identity and sexuality" will "not be solved at this conference".

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  Global South bishops say, 'We most certainly cannot walk together'

  It is not clear in what sense, if any, a Communion that does not share communion can be said to share such unity.

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  Archbishop of Canterbury to meet Global South bishops over Resolution 1.10

  The Archbishop of Canterbury is to meet Global South bishops on Saturday after they announced they would be tabling their own resolution affirming Lambeth 1.10.

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  Bishops who deny the Gospel 'should be removed from their positions'

  "These bishops that deny the gospel should be removed from their positions rather than be allowed to use their influence to bully faithful Anglicans out of the space that is rightfully theirs."

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  Reaffirmation of traditional stance on marriage and sexuality dropped from Lambeth Call

  The organisers of the Lambeth Conference have dropped sections of a draft 'Call' that sought to uphold marriage as a union between a man and a woman, and reject homosexual practice as incompatible with Scripture.

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  Nicky Gumbel retires as vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton

  Rev Nicky Gumbel and his wife Pippa have officially retired as leaders of Holy Trinity Brompton (HTB) Church in London.

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  'Revisions' to be made to Lambeth Call on Human Dignity

  Changes are being made to a draft 'Call' at the Lambeth Conference that seeks to reaffirm a traditional interpretation of marriage and sexuality.

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  Pope Francis meets with Canada's Indigenous

  While Pope Francis is expected to apologize for the mistreatment of Indigenous Canadians, his visit will also highlight familiar concerns that he shares with Indigenous cultures about care for the elderly and the environment.

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  Justin Welby has no plans to retire early

  The Archbishop of Canterbury says he plans to stay in post until he reaches the retirement age of 70.

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  After scandals, new guidelines align Vatican investments with church teaching

  After financial scandals, Vatican investments will be aimed at creating 'a more just and sustainable world.'

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  Church of England unveils strategy to help its rural churches thrive

  Many provided cool sanctuaries during the recent record-breaking temperatures – but they have the potential to play a much more strategic community role.

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  Former Diocese of London chief charged with $5.9 million fraud, money laundering

  A former Head of Operations at the Anglican Diocese of London has been charged with fraud and money laundering over the alleged disappearance of more than $5.9 million (£5 million) from the organization between 2009 and 2019.

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  Vatican bishop warns Catholic missionaries in Hong Kong of China's looming crackdown

  The Vatican's unofficial representative in Hong Kong had warned Catholic missions in the city that tough days are ahead for them as China is increasingly restricting religious freedom.

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  Pope Francis addresses abortion, mass shootings and resignation rumors

  In a new wide-ranging interview, Pope Francis said it never occurred to him to resign so far but laid out his vision for a possible retirement.