Church
Mike Pilavachi safeguarding concerns are 'substantiated'
The investigation concluded that Pilavachi engaged in "coercive and controlling behaviour".
Church of England called to be faithful after Times survey
Church of England clergy who have "lost confidence" in the Bible and biblical ethics should resign or be removed, the head of Christian Concern has said.
In Mongolia, Pope Francis will bring his vision for the church to 'small flock'
Francis will be the first pontiff to visit Mongolia, a country nestled between Russia and China.
Majority of Church of England priests support same-sex weddings
A survey of Church of England clergy by The Times newspaper has found widespread support for a change in rules to allow priests to conduct same-sex weddings.
Evangelicals in the Church of England need good leaders
After various leadership resignations, evangelicals in the Church of England, conservative and charismatic, have cause for sober reflection as their churches gear up for the autumn term.
Conservative cardinal predicts Synod on Synodality could lead to schism
Cardinal Raymond Burke is considered a leading voice among Catholic conservatives and papal critics.
Living in Love and Faith discussions to continue ahead of next General Synod
A group drawing from different traditions across the Church of England is to meet ahead of the General Synod in November to discuss next steps in the Living in Love and Faith process.
Free Church takes concerns about contentious issues to Scottish government
One of the Free Church's most pressing concerns is a proposed ban on 'conversion practices'.
Former tax office converted into popular community church and outreach cafe
"As the church's congregation flourished, the message of transformation and rebirth through Jesus Christ spread throughout the community. It has been an amazing thing to witness."
Chichester Cathedral centre renamed George Bell House
Bishop Bell's name was removed from the building in 2016, a year after sexual abuse allegations against him were made public.
Archbishop of York says Lord's Prayer comments were 'misunderstood'
The Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell has issued a clarifying statement on his previous comments regarding the use of the phrase "Our Father" in the Lord's Prayer, insisting Christians should continue with its use while also being "sensitive" to individuals who have been victims of abuse perpetrated by men.
Bishop's disappointment as Lord Sentamu refuses to make safeguarding apology
The Bishop of Newcastle has expressed disappointment that
Church campaign to encourage more black people to adopt
Church leaders are giving their support to a new campaign encouraging more people from black and mixed heritage backgrounds to adopt.
Former IICSA chair to oversee creation of new independent safeguarding structure for CofE
The former chair of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) has agreed to develop proposals for a fully independent structure to provide scrutiny of safeguarding in the Church of England.
Church of England to trial free weddings
Currently, couples coming to a church to get married are expected to pay £480 for the service.
Mike Pilavachi resigns as safeguarding investigation continues
The founder of Soul Survivor Watford, Mike Pilavachi, has resigned from his role as Associate Pastor of the church as an investigation into allegations about his conduct continues.