Church
Strength of Catholicism is outside Europe - Vincent Nichols
Archbishop of Westminster Vincent Nichols has given his first press conference since being elevated to the role of cardinal by Pope Francis in a ceremony on Saturday.
Has the Church of England become 'the Coalition government at prayer'?
Despite recent criticism from Church officials on the damaging effects of welfare reforms, new research suggests that the majority of Anglicans believe that the welfare budget is too high, and that it is creating an unhealthy culture of dependency.
Catholic Church intensifies campaign against assisted dying
Leaflets are being sent out to Catholic parishes across England and Wales explaining why the Church cannot support assisted dying.
Pope Francis calls for Church unity
This weekend saw Pope Francis hold his first ordinary public Consistory, during which he elevated 19 church officials, including Archbishop of Westminster Vincent Nichols, to the role of cardinal.
Paul Butler enthroned as Bishop of Durham
The Right Reverend Paul Butler was enthroned as Bishop of Durham on Saturday, formally welcoming him to his new role.
Pope Francis makes Vincent Nichols a Cardinal
The head of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, Vincent Nichols, has been created a cardinal during a ceremony in Rome
Cathedral mission: Reaching the churched, de-churched and unchurched
Anna Norman-Walker and a team of volunteers are taking a "something for everyone" approach to their fresh expression in the stunning cathedral
Artistic reflections at Lent
Southwark Cathedral will once again be displaying thought-provoking art during Lent
Archbishop of Canterbury welcomes steps towards ecumenical reconciliation
The Archbishop of Canterbury today welcomed four members of the ecumenical community Chemin Neuf to take up residence at Lambeth Palace, as part of a new exercise in prayer and reconciliation between the Roman Catholic and Anglican churches.
Churches opening doors to flood victims
With Britain still in the midst of one of the worst winters in recorded history, churches are rallying around to help those affected by the unprecedented conditions.
Reminder of Durham roots for New Zealand bishop
The Reverend Dr Helen-Ann Hartley will have a powerful reminder of her Durham roots when she is enthroned as the Anglican Bishop of Waikato in New Zealand later this month.
Forward in Faith to follow conscience in diocesan vote on women bishops
Forward In Faith, an evangelical faction of the Church of England, have called upon their members to vote against women bishops in the synods of the dioceses, not expecting to win.
Steve Chalke says the Bible is not inerrant or infallible
Prominent Christian leader and the founder of Oasis Trust, Steve Chalke has released a paper which denies the inerrancy and infallibility of the Bible.
Church of England bishops say no to blessings for same-sex marriages
The Church of England's House of Bishops has released pastoral guidelines rejecting official blessings for gay marriages and stating that gay clergy should not marry their same-sex partners.
The Pope before Francis
Pope Francis is one of the world's most beloved figures, but what of his predecessor - Pope Benedict XVI?
Evangelicals in CofE want 12 bishops after women bishops vote
A group of conservative evangelicals in the Church of England has called on the Archbishop of Canterbury to guarantee representation among bishops once women are allowed to the episcopate.