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What is the Church of England, and who are the Anglicans?
Here’s what you need to know about the Church of England, the archbishop of Canterbury, and Anglicanism. Read more
Archbishop of Canterbury resigns over handling of abuse cases
Though not accused of abuse himself, Archbishop Justin Welby was criticized for his response to a number of abuse cases... Read more
Christian group says British teacher fired for refusing to teach ‘extreme LGBTQI lessons’
The school had reportedly issued curriculum and teaching materials for Year 7 students affirming gender ideology. Read more
For centuries this Catholic family has orchestrated Britain’s most Anglican royal events
The 18th Duke of Norfolk, current Earl Marshal Edward Fitzalan-Howard, continues his family’s important role in royal spectacles. Read more
Catholic prelate to participate in British coronation for first time since Reformation
Along with other Christian leaders, Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Catholic archbishop of Westminster, will bestow a special blessing on King Charles... Read more
Anglicans in Africa reject archbishop of Canterbury for supporting same-sex union blessings
The meeting of global Anglicans voiced no confidence in Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby and called on him and the... Read more
Conservative Anglican leaders reject archbishop of Canterbury over same-sex union blessings
The provinces issued a statement Feb. 20 accusing the Church of England of breaking communion with those who remain faithful... Read more
Church of England votes to bless same-sex couples
The Church of England’s governing body has voted to bless same-sex couples while leaving unchanged the definition of marriage as... Read more
Anglican Church reports synod member to police for tweeting ‘hate speech’
As Church of England leaders meet over whether to bless same-sex unions, a diocese reported a lay synod member to... Read more
Church of England won’t recognize gay marriage but will allow certain ceremonies
Proposals now under consideration would uphold traditional Christian teaching that marriage is between one man and one woman. Read more
England and Wales no longer Christian ‘by default,’ census shows
The latest census shows Christians there are now a minority, while the number of people who have no religious affiliation... Read more
‘Service in life, hope in death’: archbishop of Canterbury preaches at queen’s funeral
In his sermon at the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II today, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby praised the Christian... Read more
Pope Francis praises Queen Elizabeth’s ‘steadfast witness of faith in Jesus Christ’
Pope Francis in a telegram late Thursday offered his condolences and prayers upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s... Read more
Priests bear heaven's promises, cardinal says at ordination of former Anglican bishop
Cardinal Vincent Nichols of Westminster reflected on the priesthood on Saturday, preaching at the Mass of the priestly ordination of... Read more
Ex-Anglican bishop: As a Catholic, I want to help the persecuted abroad and marginalized Christians at home
Dr. Michael Nazir-Ali described his reception into the Catholic Church as a ‘bittersweet moment.’ Read more
Prominent Anglican bishop received into Catholic Church
Bishop Michael Nazir-Ali has joined the personal ordinariate. Read more
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Church of England bishop to be received into the Catholic Church
The Rt. Rev. Jonathan Goodall said he took the decision ‘after a long period of prayer.’ Read more
Church of England affirms sex is only for heterosexual marriage
Sex is reserved for married heterosexual couples, new pastoral guidance from the Church of England has affirmed. The new guidance... Read more
Former Continuing Anglican bishop to be received into the Catholic Church
Gavin Ashenden, a former Honorary Chaplain to the Queen in the Church of England who was consecrated a bishop in... Read more
'God is a tourist attraction' Anglican bishop says on cathedral carnival ride
A controversial amusement park ride erected in Norwich Cathedral has come down after an 11-day installation. Read more
