Church News

'Isolated and lonely' farmers need our help

As scientists warn that the deadly Schmallenburg virus could spread across the whole of the UK, an agricultural chaplain has warned that already hard-pressed farmers could be taken to the brink by the vector-borne disease.

March 8th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

Camping: 'I was wrong and sinful'

Harold Camping, the American evangelist who last year predicted that the world would come to an end on May 21st, has issued an apology letter and admitted he was 'wrong and sinful' in his predictions.

March 8th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Riyaza Rodriguez

Church of Scotland pilots self-reliant groups

The Church of Scotland has to date helped over 50 women take part in self-reliant groups (SRGs) across Glasgow. Developed by Noel Mathias since 2011, the groups are aimed at helping those in the poorest of neighbourhoods.

March 8th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Claire Musters

Egyptian Copts abroad urged to vote

Egyptian Copts living in the UK are being urged by Church leaders to ensure they take part in the presidential election, and have a more active role in deciding Egypt's political fate.

March 8th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Riyaza Rodriguez

Leaders united despite differences

The Archbishop of Canterbury is due to pray with Pope Benedict in Rome this weekend.

March 8th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

Same sex marriage debate - Dean steps in

As a survey shows a majority of opinion against it, the new Dean of Saint Pauls Cathedral has launched himself into the row over Gay Marriage by calling on the church to embrace it.

March 8th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

Don't be afraid of young people

Young people aren’t hostile to the Gospel, they just fail to see the relevance of Christianity to their everyday lives, according to the leader of a new youth church in Exeter.

March 7th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

Gather: an emerging national unity network

In February the first ever Gather conference was held at the Swanwick Christian Centre in Derbyshire. It was an opportunity for those involved in church unity collaborations in their cities to meet with others to share stories, enjoy worship and teaching and pray for our nation.

March 7th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Claire Musters

Church of Scotland steps in to save charity

The Church of Scotland has stepped in to safeguard the future of homeless charity Borderline, which helps Scots in London. Through their mediation with the Scottish government, the Church has secured an annual government grant until 2015 that will allow the charity to continue to operate.

March 7th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Riyaza Rodriguez

New Dean Announced for St Pauls

The new Dean of St Paul’s Cathedral will be Dr David Ison, the current Dean of Bradford, it has been announced.

March 6th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Simon Cross

A Catholic perspective on mental health

The UK's Catholic Medical Association annual symposium this year is called "A light shines in the darkness". Taking place on 5 May 2012, at the Leeds Diocesan Pastoral and Conference Centre, Hinsley Hall, it will be focusing on providing a Catholic perspective on mental health.

March 5th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Claire Musters

Community knit together to save church roof

Members of a church in York are knitting a blanket the size of their church roof in order to raise funds, having been targeted by metal thieves.

March 5th, 2012 - Posted & Written by Riyaza Rodriguez