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Orthodox Anglicans pursue path of 'principled disengagement' from Canterbury-led Communion
The Gafcon movement has declared itself to be the true Anglican Communion as it continues its shift away from the historic instruments of communion under the spiritual leadership of the Archbishop of Canterbury.
British court rejects Ukrainian extradition for Church supporter
A British court has rejected an extradition request by the Ukrainian government for a supporter of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church.
BBC ignorant of religion, says Archbishop of York
The BBC suffers from an “appalling lack of religious literacy”, the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, has said.
Iranian Bishop of Chelmsford denounces 'unjust and illegal' war
The Bishop of Chelmsford, who fled from Iran as a teenager, has denounced the US-Israeli attack on the country as “unjust and illegal”.
Gafcon elects council instead of figurehead to rival Archbishop of Canterbury
The Gafcon movement had been widely expected to appoint a primus but has instead chosen a "conciliar structure".
More anti-Christian hate crimes across Europe
The true extent of anti-Christian hate crimes remains unclear as cases are not always reported.
Is the Gen Z 'revival' in the US skin deep?
Even if they're coming to church, do they have a Christian worldview?
Scottish church leaders urge Holyrood to reject assisted suicide
A final vote on the issue is expected to be very close.
Victory for ex-gay Christian who was prosecuted in Malta over 'conversion therapy' comments
It marks the end of a three-year legal battle for Matthew Grech who has been found not guilty of “advertising conversion practices” in Malta.
Turkey should be placed on Special Watch List for barring foreign Christians, says US body
Both US and EU institutions have raised concerns about the issue.
Japanese Church leader warns of 'polite persecution' in the country
"Religion is not recognized as a moral authority in this country and as long as we contain ourselves in the Church premises, we are considered harmless and fine.”
Justin Welby turned to therapy after resignation over John Smyth failings
Welby has admitted some failings, but taken issue with other claims in the Makin report.
Christian leaders raise alarm over end of repairs funding scheme
The Moderator of the Church of Scotland General Assembly said the funding gap may lead to more historic church buildings be sold off.
Fears for Christian hospices and care homes if assisted suicide is legalised
The Catholic Church in England and Wales is asking people to pray that assisted suicide will not be made legal.
Christians oppose allowing boys to wear dresses at school
Schools should not be lying to children, said Christian Concern.
Justice is 'being delivered', say Iranian Christians
A global network of Iranian Christians has welcomed targeted strikes against Iran’s leadership by the US and Israel.