Church

Cardinal Vincent Nichols defends no Communion rule for remarried divorcees

The Archbishop of Westminster today defended the rule preventing remarried divorcees from receiving Holy Communion, adding that there needs to be a 'culture of mercy' in the Church.

Bishop of London: 'Religion can be dangerous'

Society has forgotten how "dangerous" religion can be, the Bishop of London, Richard Chartres, has warned.

Tim Keller's church launches New York Bible college

The church led by Tim Keller is launching a new seminary in New York, in partnership with a conservative Bible college.

Pope looks to simplify annulment procedure

Pope Francis has asked a group of theologians to consider how to make it easier to have marriages annulled in the Catholic Church.

Hats off to Pope Francis: skullcap raises more than â¬100k on eBay

If you've ever dreamt of sporting a hat worn by Pope Francis himself, then you're in luck: his skullcap has been put on eBay and could be yours for just over â¬100,000.

Should 'Nazi church' linked to Hitler's rise to power be rebuilt?

A church linked to Adolf Hitler and his rise to power may be reconstructed, sparking debate about the importance of commemorating Germany's past.

Jeffrey John could become Church of England bishop

Jeffrey John, the openly gay but celibate Dean of St Albans, has been shortlisted to be a diocesan bishop in the Church of England, Christian Today can reveal.

Victoria Osteen and Idolatry: Three lessons for the Church

Following the fallout from Victoria Osteen's 'worship for yourself' comments, David Robertson looks at what the Church as a whole can learn.

North Carolina megachurch pastor suspended over 'inappropriate conduct' allegation is reinstated

Mars Hill announces closure of three churches

US megachurch Mars Hill has announced the closure of three of its campuses due to financial problems.

Gay clergy in the Church of England 'live in fear of bishops'

Many gay clergy are angry at what they feel to be "hypocrisy" within the CofE, according to lobbyists.

Victoria Osteen responds to critics: 'I did not mean to imply that we don't worship God'

The wife of Houston megachurch pastor Joel Osteen has defended remarks she made in a sermon about worshipping God and coming to church.

Seismic shift in Mars Hill leadership as three more pastors step down

US megachurch Mars Hill is facing further scrutiny as its leadership continues to unravel.

The young nuns: Justin Welby invites young people to live monastic life at Lambeth Palace

Young people in Britain are being invited to become a monk or a nun for a year. Their Abbot will be the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby.

Joel Osteen's wife, Victoria, accused of idolatry

Scottish independence: opposing politicians in being nice to each other shocker

The moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland has praised two leading politicians for the way they conducted themselves while discussing the country's future.