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Evangelicals disappointed by Synod vote on same-sex blessings
The Church of England Evangelical Council (CEEC) has expressed its "deep disappointment" at the General Synod's vote to continue the process towards introducing standalone services of blessing for same-sex couples.
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Church leaders write to Keir Starmer about fears of conversion therapy ban
Church leaders have written to Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressing concerns about the implications of a ban on so-called conversion therapy for traditional churches and ordinary Christian practice.
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Church of England continues on path towards same-sex blessings
The Church of England's parliamentary body today agreed to continue moving forward with plans to introduce standalone services of blessing for same-sex couples.
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With new patriarch, Bulgarian Orthodox Church turns toward Moscow
Many who opposed Daniil, the new Patriarch of All Bulgaria, worry that his election represents a sharp turn away from the policies of his predecessor, Neophyte I, who is remembered as a unifier.
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Archbishop who opposed Pope Francis excommunicated from Catholic Church
A Roman Catholic archbishop who questioned the legitimacy of Pope Francis and portions of the Second Vatican Council has been excommunicated from the Catholic Church for the canonical crime of schism.
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Church of England recognises human dignity of disabled children
"Bringing a disabled child into the world is not a tragedy to be avoided," General Synod heard.
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Pray for our MPs, says Christian Institute
Christians are being encouraged to pray for the nation's MPs at a time of significant change after Thursday's General Election saw Labour overturn 14 years of Conservative leadership.
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Steve Cox steps down from Christians in Media charity, Lani Charlwood takes over as new Chair
In a significant leadership change, evangelist Steve Cox has stepped down as Chair of Christians in Media after nearly ten years of dedicated service.
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Christian social worker to appeal tribunal ruling in discrimination case
A Christian social worker is to appeal against part of an employment tribunal ruling concluding that he was discriminated against by an NHS provider over the withdrawal of a job offer because of his same-sex marraige beliefs.
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European Evangelical Alliance disputes Russian Evangelical leader's disunity claims
The European Evangelical Alliance (EEA) has issued a statement refuting claims by a Russian Evangelical leader who told Christian Daily International that the country he loved "is being attacked by the countries of the entire Western Christian world".
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Nigeria's Christian leaders condemn 'evil of terrorism' after suicide bombings
Christian leaders in Nigeria have reacted with profound shock and dismay at the suicide bombings in Gwoza, Borno state on Saturday 29 June, which resulted in the deaths of both Muslims and Christians.
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Prayers for new Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer after Labour landslide
Prayers are being said for the next government and the UK's new Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer after Labour's landslide victory in Thursday's general elections.