Archbishop of Cape Town calls on churches to pray “Thy Kingdom Come”
Archbishop Thabo Makgoba is asking churches in his province to take part in next year’s Thy Kingdom Come global prayer initiative.
Australian churches call for resettlement of Manus Island refugees
Three ecumenical groups are urging the Australian Government to re-settle refugees formerly housed in the Manus Island refugee camp.
Church bells ring out in solidarity with Muslim victims of North Sinai mosque bomb
Church bells rang out across Egypt on Saturday in solidarity with Muslims following a terror attack on the al-Rawda mosque in North Sinai.
Former Archbishop of Canterbury invites faith leaders to join 16-Days of Activism
Rowan Williams gives his backing to the 16-Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence in a video message for Christian Aid.
Archbishop calls for Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission in Zimbabwe
Archbishop John Sentamu has called for a Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission to deal with past injustices in Zimbabwe.
Record-breaking medals bid provides £700,000 boost to Anglican mission charity
The World War I medals, including a VC, awarded to Vice Admiral Gordon Campbell, have been sold at auction for a record-breaking £840,000.
More international support for “illegally arrested” Filipino bishop
The WCC and USPG both call for the release of Bishop Carlos Morales of the Iglesia Filipina Independiente, who was arrested in May.
Church of Uganda in race to end gender-based violence
Archbishop Stanley Ntagali will be the lead runner in a race designed to raise awareness of gender-based violence (GBV) next month.
Richness and challenges for “A Communion within the Communion”
The challenges and opportunities facing Portuguese-speaking Anglican Churches has been the focus of the Lusophone Network conference.
Riqueza e desafios para a “comunhão dentro da comunhão”
Os desafios e as oportunidades que enfrentam as Igrejas anglicanas de língua portuguesa tem sido o foco da conferência da Rede Lusófona.
Victorian euthanasia vote a cause for lament, says Australian primate
The upper house of the state parliament in Victoria has approved a Bill to legalise assisted suicide despite a campaign by church leaders.
Commemorations mark centenary of WWI explosion that killed 2000 Canadians
A memorial and concert is being held to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the First World War explosion in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Archbishop of Canterbury and Patriarch of Moscow appeal for Middle East Christians
The Archbishop of Canterbury and the Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia have spoken out in support of Christians in the Middle East.
Episcopal delegation to COP23 encouraged by talk of taking action on climate change
Members of the US-based Episcopal Church have spent two weeks providing a faith-presence at the UN climate change summit.
Vision for 100 new churches in London begins with first new purpose-built church in 40 years
The Bishop of Edmonton has dedicated a new church in London – the first purpose-built church in the diocese of London for 40 years.
Mothers’ Union use 16-Days to Break the Silence, Lift the Shame, and Shift the Blame
Archbishop Welby urges Christians to “stand up and speak out for justice” in support of an MU campaign against gender-based violence.
Global online advent calendar opens the door to prayer for fourth successive year
The online advent calendar AdventWord, which draws together people’s prayers and meditations around a daily theme, is to operate again.
Anglican mission charity to benefit from legacy of First World War bravery
An Anglican mission charity is set to receive a windfall when it auctions off a Victoria Cross in a set of First World War medals this week.
Mothers’ Union members learn about gender-based violence as part of 16-days of activism
A senior police officer has briefed members of the Mothers’ Union in Northern Ireland about the extent of sexual and domestic violence.
Westminster peal celebrates Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip’s 70th Wedding anniversary
The bells at Westminster Abbey in London are ringing out in tribute to Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip on their 70th wedding anniversary.