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Secularism on the Rise in the UK

Secularism on the Rise in the UK


clock icon 12 Jul 2019
author icon Alison Lesley


Only 1% identify as Church of England The data reveals the growth of secularism in the UK as non-religious people show new confidence in saying that they are atheist. In the 18-24 age bracket,...

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First C of E Black Woman Appointed as Bishop

First C of E Black Woman Appointed as Bishop


clock icon 01 Jul 2019
author icon WRN Editorial Staff


Justin Welby said her appointment is one of the church's most exciting prospects in some time Chaplain to the speaker of the House of Commons, Rev. Dr. Rose Hudson-Wilkin, has been appointed as the new Bishop...

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Atheist Mistakenly Buried in a Christian Churchyard 20 Years Ago to be Exhumed

Atheist Mistakenly Buried in a Christian Churchyard 20 Years Ago to be Exhumed


clock icon 13 Jun 2019
author icon C Barnett


Rare permission has been granted by the Church of England’s Consistory Court On January 10, 2000, Gwendolen Patricia Crow, 58, was involved in a car accident. Unfortunately, she died in a hospital...

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C of E Upholds ‘Seal of Confessional’

C of E Upholds ‘Seal of Confessional’


clock icon 09 May 2019
author icon Alison Lesley


The decision goes against the recommendation put forward by Archbishop of York A working party, commissioned by the CoE, decided against the qualification or the abolition of "seal of the confessional."...

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BBC New Show ‘Year of Beliefs’ Explores the Complexities of Religion in the UK

BBC New Show ‘Year of Beliefs’ Explores the Complexities of Religion in the UK


clock icon 09 Feb 2019
author icon Nathan Glover


Examining faith and values in the UK The series will broadcast for a year and cover a society the corporation has described as increasingly diverse and complex. It is, as the program will discover,...

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Meghan Markle’s Strong Relationship with God

Meghan Markle’s Strong Relationship with God


clock icon 08 Feb 2019
author icon Elisa Meyer


The Duchess of Sussex has always maintained a close relationship with God When it comes to opening up about faith, Meghan Markle is the kind of person who likes to remain private. Despite not talking...

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Church of England Approves Pastoral Guidance for Welcoming Transgender People

Church of England Approves Pastoral Guidance for Welcoming Transgender People


clock icon 12 Dec 2018
author icon Kelly Frazier


Traditionalists have fought against such a step. into Anglican faith. This guidance was approved by the House of Bishops and follows a certain motion adopted at a 2017 General Synod. It does...

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Rev. Welby Says God is Not Male nor Female

Rev. Welby Says God is Not Male nor Female


clock icon 01 Dec 2018
author icon C Barnett


According to Rev Justin Welby, language comes with restrictions when describing God Recently, Ariana Grande released a song titled "God is a Woman." However, Rev. Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury,...

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Church of England Affiliation Hits Record Low

Church of England Affiliation Hits Record Low


clock icon 16 Nov 2018
author icon C Barnett


However the 2017 Christmas service was the most attended event in 10 years. When it came to attendance at the Sunday services held by Church of England, 2017 was no different than other years. Last...

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A New Study in the UK Calls for the Renaming of Religious Education and Other Reforms Such as Teaching About Atheism

A New Study in the UK Calls for the Renaming of Religious Education and Other Reforms Such as Teaching About Atheism


clock icon 01 Oct 2018
author icon Nathan Glover


The Catholic Education Service rejected the report. The course should mirror the UK's "wonderfully diverse" society. This change will also ensure RE's survival as a viable subject. Topics like agnosticism,...

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