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Jesus Army accused of abuse cover-up in leaked report

Staff writer Wed 5 Aug 2020 16:48 BST

A report leaked to the BBC claims that the abuse of women and children in the now-defunct Jesus Army was covered-up by senior members of the organisation.

Emeritus Pope Benedict in 'fragile' condition after visit to Germany

Staff writer | Mon 3 Aug 2020 14:15 BST

Emeritus Pope Benedict is reported to be seriously ill after a visit to Germany to see his dying brother.
Critics of Sheffield Cathedral's decision to close 400-year-old choir consider legal action

Staff writer | Thu 30 Jul 2020 9:48 BST

Over 4,000 people have signed a petition calling on the cathedral to reconsider the closure of the choir.
Nuclear weapons are 'an evil', says Church leader ahead of Hiroshima's 75th anniversary

Staff writer | Wed 29 Jul 2020 12:32 BST

The Moderator of the Church of Scotland General Assembly has added his name to a statement calling for a world free of nuclear weapons ahead of the 75th anniversary of the atomic bomb being dropped on Hiroshima.
'Big Conversation' on clergy wellbeing launched

Staff writer | Wed 29 Jul 2020 11:56 BST

Church of England clergy are being encouraged to share their views on how greater care can be taken of their health and wellbeing.
Church investigating Archbishop's handling of abuse complaints

Staff writer | Tue 28 Jul 2020 9:51 BST

The Church of England is investigating the Archbishop of Canterbury's handling of allegations of abuse by the late John Smyth QC.
New owners planning 'vibrant future' for architecturally significant seminary ruins

Staff writer | Sat 25 Jul 2020 14:29 BST

A rundown seminary regarded by architectural conservationists as having worldwide significance has been handed to new owners by the Archdiocese of Glasgow.
Anger after Sheffield Cathedral decides to shut down beloved choir

Staff writer | Thu 23 Jul 2020 15:13 BST

Sheffield Cathedral has been widely criticised on social media after announcing the closure of its choir over concerns that it is not diverse enough.
Loneliness and isolation are top priorities for churches after lockdown

Staff writer | Wed 15 Jul 2020 11:22 BST

Over half of the 638 church leaders surveyed from across the UK predict that loneliness and isolation will remain pressing issues for at least a year after the end of lockdown.
Church services resume in Scotland, but with no more than 50 people

Staff writer | Wed 15 Jul 2020 9:15 BST

Churches can resume congregational worship, baptisms and christenings from today but attendance is capped at 50 people, subject to social distancing of 2m.
£1m fund to help cathedral choirs weather impact of Covid-19

Staff writer | Mon 13 Jul 2020 10:02 BST

Third Estates Commissioner Dr Eve Pool said England's cathedrals were facing "enormous" challenges as a result of Covid-19.
CofE has become 'tribal and divided', says Archbishop of York

Staff writer | Sat 11 Jul 2020 15:55 BST

The new Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, has spoken of his desire to see the Church of England become more united.
Churches can sing again - but only outside

Jennifer Lee | Sat 11 Jul 2020 8:59 BST

The Government has eased rules on singing at church but only if it is outside and done by professionals.