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Bishops warn of a ‘divided nation’ Cathedrals battered by the pandemic Eritrea – more Christians arrested as others released Church of England launches resources on God’s generosity Major clergy wellbeing study results shared Bishop’s call for a better migration policy So many denominations! ** Bishops warn of a ‘divided nation’ The Government should give more...

A1.   Job applications from weirdos and misfits were invited from people to work at 10 Downing Street. A2.   Kirk Douglas was the famous actor who died this year and is associated with the phrase “I am Spartacus”. A3.   In February the Church of England advised against the practice of ‘intinction’ – which...

“A cold coming they had of it at this time of the year, just the worst time of the year to take a journey, and specially a long journey, in.  The way’s deep, the weather sharp, the days short, the sun farthest off, in solstitio brumali, the very dead of winter.” It was 1622, and...

The Government should give more financial aid to our poorest communities, as they are suffering disproportionately from the pandemic. Otherwise, it runs the risk in a rise of “disillusion and unrest”. So warns the Archbishop of York and the Bishops of Manchester and Leeds. In a recent article jointly published in the Yorkshire Post, the...

By Juliet David and Elina Ellis, Candle Books, £9.99 Here is an excellent way to introduce young children to the great Bible stories. Each story is told across a double page spread and there is a mixture of full-page art and spot illustrations throughout the book. The stories cover: At the Beginning, Samuel Listens, Esther,...

The Rectory St James the Least of All My dear Nephew Darren I am sorry I was not alive during that wonderful four-year period when Oliver Cromwell abolished Christmas; no Christmas parties, no carol services, no cards to send and no frantic last-minute shopping. That man was a hero. Planning for Christmas at St James’...

By Stephen Cottrell, CHP, £6.99 Christmas is one of the most joyful times of year, and it can also be one of the most stressful. This understanding and uplifting book offers another way to approach Christmas, and to discover how its joys and promises can restore our lives, not add to their burdens.

“And behold, you shall conceive in your womb and bring forth a son and call His name JESUS…”  (Luke 1:31) On 8th December Roman Catholics celebrate the feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary. While non-Roman Catholics do not venerate Mary in the same way, we can still learn so much from the Mother of...

Cathedrals have struggled this year, as Covid-19 drastically cut visitor numbers, and thus income has plummeted. Numbers of lay staff in cathedrals across the country have been facing possible redundancy, as the financial impact of the pandemic continues to hit. Westminster Abbey alone is losing 20 per cent of its staff as it faces a...

Ever wonder where many of our Christmas traditions come from?   A surprising amount of our modern Christmas celebrations can be traced back to the well-loved story of ‘A Christmas Carol’, by Charles Dickens. When you read ‘A Christmas Carol’, you discover almost a template of the ‘ideal Christmas’ which we still hold dear today.  Dickens...

Change your expectations this Christmas. Don’t waste time lamenting what should have been. Instead, try and enjoy whatever is possible this year.  Make a list. Include sending cards, buying presents and organising food for the big day. Having a lists helps keep you in control of your life. Set a reduced budget this year. With...

“God is with us in our pain and fear’ – Bishop of London’s message of hope Going to church in the coronavirus pandemic Parishes serving their communities Church of England launches its Anti-Racism Taskforce More than £10m in grants to 66 churches and cathedrals Living in Love and Faith ** “God is with us in...