The inter-church ‘Church & Society Forum’ has stated their conviction that “The new political term brings considerable challenges for elected representatives in both jurisdictions on the island of Ireland. “
The High Court of England and Wales has ruled that the Catholic Church is responsible for the behaviour and misconduct of the priests its appoints – opening the way for the church to be sued over the priests’ misconduct, and for other possible areas of parish management.
The Church of England must resist igniting a 1980s-style war of words with the Government over its attacks on the City, according to Ken Costa, a senior banker and church official.
Cathedrals are always windy places - a reflection on St Paul's and alas St Patrick's Cathedrals. Blog is accessed above the masthead
In the current issue of Close News, letters have been published which have been sent to the Dean of St Patrick’s , Dublin, Very Rev Dr RB McCarthy, following the attack on the Dean by a Board member, Alan Graham in The Irish Times.
St Paul's Institute yesterday released their long-awaited 'Value and Values' report, based on a survey of 515 financial professionals working in the City. The report is downloadable here.
The Most Rev David Chillingworth, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church comments and ‘Reflections and Resources’ compiled by the C of E’s Archbishops’ Council on Mission and Public Affairs follow:
All Saints Caring Association [ASCA] appointed two new full–time members to their team: Claire Hinchliff as youth and family worker, and Norman McCorkell as project coordinator. ASCA’s new 4000 sq. ft. community building is currently being constructed.
A senior priest has launched a broadside against the Catholic Church hierarchy, saying they are sticking their heads in the sand over a number of crucial issues, such as women priests.
As politicians shift ground on high earners, City workers admit public sector gets raw deal
There is worldwide a new awakening of civic consciousness. It recognises that we cannot go on as before - By Ken Costa, chairman, St Paul's initiative
The Daily Telegraph’s editorial today states : the Church is right to have an opinion on the Occupy protests, but its good intentions can be exploited for partisan advantage.
Plans for the merger of three Yorkshire diocese have gone out to consultation.
The only Muslim in the United Kingdom’s cabinet says Britain should be more Christian.
Dr John Sentamu has attacked the salaries of top executives saying that huge differences between the rich and poor "weaken community life and make societies less cohesive".
Thirteen short reports on events and services
The Bishop of Bath and Wells has warned that moves to cut public spending and secure financial stability are not enough to save Europe from its economic woes.
The leading article in this week’s Church Times says that the resignations at st Paul’s indicates the seriousness of the debate.
In his customary weekly column in the Church times this week, the former Chancellor of St Paul’s writes, “Issues of financial justice are at the heart of the scriptures, and, like the lectionary, there is no way of avoiding it.”
The Archbishop of Canterbury has said that there needed to be a “clear understanding” that a future heir to the throne should be brought up “in an Anglican environment”. His comments were made after the Prime Minister announced that future heirs to the throne would be allowed to marry a Roman Catholic.
The Church of England risks becoming the “spiritual arm of the heritage industry” unless it changes its attitude to money, according to the outspoken cleric who resigned from St Paul’s Cathedral last week.
Service of Thanksgiving and Remembrance for Loved Ones - Dublin , Meet the neighbours at TQ - Belfast
The NHS should treat spiritual illnesses as well as physical and mental ones, the Archbishop of York has said in the House of Lords
Councillors in Glasgow have backed the Scottish Government’s controversial plans to redefine marriage, despite widespread opposition to any change.
The Church of Scotland has called the SNP’s legislation to tackle sectarianism “deeply concerning”.
David Cameron backed the Archbishop of Canterbury’s complaints about irresponsibility in the financial world but both he and George Osborne expressed caution about a new tax on banks.
Dean of Belfast unfazed by 'Occupy Belfast' protest, New Youth Officer for R of I, Great Irish Voices’ Concert in TCD Chapel, Christ Church Bray Remembrance Flower Festival, Fr Brian D’Arcy in ‘Questioning Faith’ series at TCD Chapel, Installation of Dean of Armagh
Places of worship can host civil partnership ceremonies from next month, but C of E clergy will not be signing up
The Government Equalities Office has published its response to the consultation held on this subject.
Now for the deeper comment - Responding to the dominant media narrative that Occupy LSX is a "disaster" for the Church as a result of the troubles at St Paul's Cathedral, Simon Barrow, co-director of the Christian think-tank Ekklesia, has said, and two English lecturers in theology and politics have written reflective articles on the situation.