Church

Lincoln Cathedral seeks ancient secrets with full GPR scan
Lincoln Cathedral has become part of a pioneering project to use ground-penetrating radar (GPR) to uncover the secret history of the site.

Over 600 Catholic missionaries killed in last 25 years
Africa remains the deadliest place to be a Catholic missionary.

Mullally warns of the dangers of assisted suicide
A future archbishop and two past prime ministers all agree assisted suicide is dangerous.

Gay Archbishop of Wales says some people have left Church over her appointment
The first openly gay Archbishop of Wales says her appointment has caused some people to leave the Church in Wales.

Pope seeks prayers for peace in Christmas Day message
The Pope asked people to pray in particular for the "tormented people of Ukraine" in his Christmas Day 'Urbi et Orbi' message.

Richard Moth appointed as new Archbishop of Westminster
Bishop Richard Moth has been confirmed as the new Archbishop of Westminster, the most senior post in the Catholic Church in England and Wales.

Former moderator of Church of Scotland teams up with pop star to release Christmas song
What do you do when you've retired from leading a church?

Sarah Mullally reiterates apology as safeguarding record comes under the spotlight
The incoming Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, has come under pressure over her handling of past safeguarding cases.

Evangelical vicar accused of abuse won't stand trial
A leading figure among conservative evangelical Anglicans will not stand trial for alleged abuse, it has emerged.

Church of England bishops delay final decision on same-sex blessings
The Church of England's House of Bishops has postponed a final decision on the Living in Love and Faith process as it continues to work on proposals.

Presbyterian Church in Ireland under investigation amid safeguarding concerns
The Charity Commission for Northern Ireland has launched an inquiry into the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.

Keir Starmer praises faith and church volunteers in Christmas interview
Church volunteers "are the true Britain" and doing the country proud, the Prime Minister said.

CoE sees surge in interest this Christmas amid reports of a 'quiet revival'
The Church of England has said that it is experiencing a surge in interest and that it has registered a record number of services this Christmas.

Almost half of UK adults plan to attend church this Christmas, new poll finds
Churches across the UK are expecting fuller pews this Christmas, as new research suggests a significant rise in the number of people planning to attend services and church-run events over the festive season.

Time capsule unearthed in ruins of fire-ravaged church
A long-forgotten time capsule has been uncovered in the charred remains of a landmark North Lanarkshire church, months after the building was destroyed in a deliberate fire.

Labour's taxes threaten Christian schools, churches and vicarages
The Bishop of Manchester has called upon the government to exempt vicars from a new mansion tax.