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Church of England reported to Charity Commission over abuse investigations
Church of England reported to Charity Commission over abuse investigations

The Church of England has said it will "cooperate fully" after being reported to the Charity Commission over its investigations into abuse.

Six women appointed to Vatican's previously all-male financial body
Six women appointed to Vatican's previously all-male financial body

Pope Francis has appointed six women to a high-level group that oversees financial matters in Vatican City that was previously only comprised of men.

Jesus Army accused of abuse cover-up in leaked report
Jesus Army accused of abuse cover-up in leaked report

A report leaked to the BBC claims that the abuse of women and children in the now-defunct Jesus Army was covered-up by senior members of the organisation.

Emeritus Pope Benedict in 'fragile' condition after visit to Germany

Emeritus Pope Benedict is reported to be seriously ill after a visit to Germany to see his dying brother.

Critics of Sheffield Cathedral's decision to close 400-year-old choir consider legal action
Critics of Sheffield Cathedral's decision to close 400-year-old choir consider legal action

Over 4,000 people have signed a petition calling on the cathedral to reconsider the closure of the choir.

Nuclear weapons are 'an evil', says Church leader ahead of Hiroshima's 75th anniversary
Nuclear weapons are 'an evil', says Church leader ahead of Hiroshima's 75th anniversary

The Moderator of the Church of Scotland General Assembly has added his name to a statement calling for a world free of nuclear weapons ahead of the 75th anniversary of the atomic bomb being dropped on Hiroshima.

'Big Conversation' on clergy wellbeing launched
'Big Conversation' on clergy wellbeing launched

Church of England clergy are being encouraged to share their views on how greater care can be taken of their health and wellbeing.

Church investigating Archbishop's handling of abuse complaints
Church investigating Archbishop's handling of abuse complaints

The Church of England is investigating the Archbishop of Canterbury's handling of allegations of abuse by the late John Smyth QC.

New owners planning 'vibrant future' for architecturally significant seminary ruins
New owners planning 'vibrant future' for architecturally significant seminary ruins

A rundown seminary regarded by architectural conservationists as having worldwide significance has been handed to new owners by the Archdiocese of Glasgow.

Anger after Sheffield Cathedral decides to shut down beloved choir
Anger after Sheffield Cathedral decides to shut down beloved choir

Sheffield Cathedral has been widely criticised on social media after announcing the closure of its choir over concerns that it is not diverse enough.

Loneliness and isolation are top priorities for churches after lockdown
Loneliness and isolation are top priorities for churches after lockdown

Over half of the 638 church leaders surveyed from across the UK predict that loneliness and isolation will remain pressing issues for at least a year after the end of lockdown.

Church services resume in Scotland, but with no more than 50 people
Church services resume in Scotland, but with no more than 50 people

Churches can resume congregational worship, baptisms and christenings from today but attendance is capped at 50 people, subject to social distancing of 2m.

£1m fund to help cathedral choirs weather impact of Covid-19
£1m fund to help cathedral choirs weather impact of Covid-19

Third Estates Commissioner Dr Eve Pool said England's cathedrals were facing "enormous" challenges as a result of Covid-19.

CofE has become 'tribal and divided', says Archbishop of York
CofE has become 'tribal and divided', says Archbishop of York

The new Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, has spoken of his desire to see the Church of England become more united.

Churches can sing again - but only outside
Churches can sing again - but only outside

The Government has eased rules on singing at church but only if it is outside and done by professionals.

Online confirmation service for Stephen Cottrell as Archbishop of York
Online confirmation service for Stephen Cottrell as Archbishop of York

Stephen Cottrell was today confirmed in his election as the new Archbishop of York in a service that took place online due to coronavirus restrictions.