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Suffering of Windrush generation remembered in Church's 2-minute silence
Bishops and clergy in the Church of England have observed a two-minute silence to "lament" the suffering of the Windrush generation and reflect on wider issues of racism in society.
Church of England holds minute's silence to remember victims of racism
The Church of England observed a minute's silence during its national online service on Sunday as an act of lamentation over the racism experienced by the Windrush generation and other black and minority ethnic people in the Church and nation.
Prayers after three killed in Reading stabbing; Attack being treating as terror-related
The Bishop of Reading has spoken of her sadness over the death of three people in a stabbing attack in Reading on Saturday night.
Black trainee vicar rejected from curacy post critical of apology
A black trainee vicar rejected from a curacy post because the congregation was "monochrome white working class" has criticised an apology from the Bishop and Diocese of St Alban's.
Racism must be 'dealt with decisively', says Pentecostal leader
Agu Irukwu told Evangelical Alliance CEO Gavin Calver that the issue of racism must not be allowed to "slip off the radar".
New Google technology offers up-close look at Da Vinci's The Last Supper
New technology from Google is making it possible for people to enjoy an up-close look at The Last Supper from the comfort of their armchair.
Christians and Yazidis experiencing persecution in Syria after US troop withdrawal, commission hears
A religious freedom scholar told the United States' top religious freedom panel that the U.S. troop pullback in northeastern Syria has created a "vacuum" that has allowed Turkish forces and affiliated opposition groups to carry out war crimes against Christians and other religious minorities.
Newcastle City Council leader attacks Franklin Graham over threat of legal action
Newcastle City Council leader Nick Forbes has launched a scathing attack on American evangelist Franklin Graham as he pursues legal action over a tour event in the city that was cancelled because of his views on homosexuality.
Chick-fil-A CEO calls on white Christians to repent & stand up for black Americans
Chick-fil-A CEO, Dan Cathy, has called on white Christians to repent and fight for black Americans following a number of high profile black deaths at the hands of white police officers.
Concerns about welfare at children's transgender clinic were 'shut down'
Concerns about the welfare of gender dysphoric children being seen at an NHS clinic were ignored, according to leaked documents.
Welsh churches to re-open for private prayer
Churches in Wales can re-open for private prayer from Monday, Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford has announced.
Wake me up when 2020 is over: how to see the year through faithfully
What can you do while facing dark and difficult days? Allow me to give you a guided tour of the many things you can do while visiting the valley of the shadow of death.
VeggieTales creator condemns racial inequality in America in viral video
Phil Vischer, creator of the Christian kids animation, argued that the disparity today was the direct result of decades of unjust laws and regulations, like segregation, as well as the militarization of the police and inequality in the prison system.
Ties to slavery are a 'source of shame', says Church of England
The Church of England also suggested some monuments may be altered or removed but only if this is done "safely and legally".
Disappointment after MPs approve no-fault divorce
The Christian Institute has voiced disappointment after MPs voted overwhelmingly in favour of sweeping changes to divorce law in England and Wales.
Scottish churches welcome re-opening of buildings for individual prayer from 22 June
Scottish Church leaders have welcomed the announcement from First Minister Nicola Sturgeon as the country moves into phase 2 of its strategy to emerge from lockdown.