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Church of Scotland sees some signs of growth despite fall in membership
The Church is prioritising students in its plans for growth and renewal.
Churches urged to help address UK fostering shortage
Christian charities Home for Good and Safe Families UK are calling on churches across Britain to play a greater role in supporting vulnerable children.
Many churches unconcerned about food ethics, survey suggests
A survey conducted on behalf of environmental charity Green Christian has suggested that only a minority of churches take into account ethical concerns when serving food and drink.
Church of England celebrates continued post-pandemic growth
The Church said it was encouraged by five years in a row of growth while acknowledging that growth, attendance and participation remain below pre-pandemic levels.
Jonathan Fletcher found to have indecently assaulted man
Fletcher was unable to stand trial due to dementia.
Church of England publishes report on mission funding impact
Over £100m went to Church of England dioceses and mission partners.
The Protestant faith is losing people in the UK
The UK, Sweden and Germany are among the countries with the largest net losses of Protestants, according to a new study into religious switching.
Tributes paid to Richard Harries, former bishop of Oxford
The Archbishop of Canterbury described Harries’ death as a “great loss” for the church and the nation.
Church leaders welcome dismissal of charges against pro-life grandmother
Rose Docherty was the first person criminally charged under the Scottish buffer zone law.
Sarah Mullally prays with Pope Leo XIV
Sarah Mullally referred to previous ecumenical meetings between Anglican and Catholic heads.
Documentary celebrates women in Church ministry
Living Loving Serving: Women Leaders in the Church is the debut documentary film from Keep the Faith, Britain’s leading magazine about the black Christian community.
London College of Bishops denounces antisemitic incidents
The London College of Bishops has said it “unequivocally” condemns a number of apparently antisemitic attacks aimed at synagogues, charities and shops.
Church of Scotland to consider apology for alleged slavery links
The Church of Scotland’s General Assembly will next month consider a report detailing historic links to the transatlantic slave trade and proposals for an official institutional apology.
Pope Leo XIV listed among Time’s 2026 100 most influential people
Pope Leo XIV has been included in Time magazine’s annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world, marking another milestone in the early months of his historic papacy.
CoE bishop chosen to co-chair parliamentary group on safeguarding
Joanne Grenfell has been the CoE's leading safeguarding bishop for three years.
Global Church leaders urge renewed focus on cities as key to spreading the Gospel
The Lausanne Movement is urging Christians around the world to see cities as one of the most important frontiers for mission, as rapid urbanisation continues to reshape where and how people live.