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Church of England apologises for role in post-war historical adoption practices

The Church of England has apologised for its role in historical adoption practices, particularly in mother and baby homes. Mothers and adoptees who came into contact with these homes have described the profound and lasting impact of these experiences. Published alongside new research into these homes,...

Church of England Pensions Board marks 100 years

Today, the Church of England Pensions Board marks its centenary with a service of thanksgiving at Southwark Cathedral, attended by pension scheme members and stakeholders from across the Church and pensions sector. “The Board was set up in 1926 to provide guaranteed income in...
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Review: Happiness in This Life: A Passionate Meditation on Earthly Existence by Pope Francis

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Review: Life and Labours of Paul by Reg Piper

As it stands, this accessible, warm and encouraging short volume (110 pages) would be...

Review: The Importance of Peter in Earliest Christianity

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Review: Journeys in Grace and Truth

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Church of England apologises for role in post-war historical adoption practices

The Church of England has apologised for its role in historical adoption practices, particularly...

Church of England Pensions Board marks 100 years

Today, the Church of England Pensions Board marks its centenary with a service...

Is the culture of silence helping the conservative cause in the Church of England?

The secrecy around recent ‘alternative Anglican ordinations’ in London raises serious issues about the...

Three-Self Church Prepares New “Catechisms” for the Sinicization of Christianity

The government-controlled Three-Self Church has intensified its efforts to redefine Christian teaching to align with the...