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Andrew Grey revisits his old report unpacking some of the fundamental ideas beneath the assisted dying debate.

Engaging with the Assisted Dying debates faithfully, prayerfully and compassionately

25th November 2024

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Despite being a private members bill (a bill that is not proposed by the government, but by a backbench MP) the “The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill” has provoked much debate in the headlines and on topical conversation media.

Faith leaders join to oppose Bill to legalise assisted suicide

25th November 2024

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Leaders of the major faiths have spoken of their deep concern about the impact on vulnerable people should assisted suicide be approved by Parliament, in a letter published ahead of the Second Reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill.

70 Christian organisations call on UK banks to stop financing new fossil fuels

22nd November 2024

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Climate change, News

CTBI is supporting and helping to promote an appeal to the major UK banks involved in fossil fuel financing, together with Just Money Movement, Make My Money Matter, Christian Climate Action and Bank Better.

Cornwall faith groups and Cornwall Council come together to create Cornwall’s Faith Covenant

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Faith groups from across Cornwall came together on13 November to sign Cornwall’s new Faith Covenant, a joint commitment between Cornwall Council and Cornwall’s faith communities to work together to support Cornwall residents.

Listening campaign for housing justice

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Homelessness, News

Transformation Cornwall is supporting The Centre for Progressive Change (CPC) who are looking at launching a housing campaign aimed at making home ownership possible for people on lower incomes.

Justin Welby resignation: Prominent Christian leaders react

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News, Safeguarding

Christian leaders across the Church are sharing their responses to the recent resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury.

Love My Neighbour – shutting the door on winter loneliness

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Can you, your church or your local Churches Together group pray for, offer practical support and bring good news to older people in your neighbourhood?

COP16 on Biodiversity – what progress for nature?

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Environment, News

This autumn, delegates from nearly 200 nations met at Cali in Colombia for a stocktake of the world’s ecosystems. What were the outcomes? And what can we do next?

WCC commends Archbishop of Canterbury’s decision to resign

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World Council of Churches general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, upon hearing about the resignation of Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, in light of the long-maintained conspiracy of silence about the abuses of children by John Smyth, recognized that the decision to resign is difficult for him, his family, the Church of England and…

Expectations for Ecumenical Year 2025

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Dr Andrej Jeftić, director of the World Council of Churches (WCC) Faith and Order Commission, answered questions about his expectations for the Ecumenical Year 2025,and how the 1700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea might inspire churches today.

More light and truth : Rowena Loverance reflects on six years as Chair of CTE Trustees

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Christian Unity, News

Rowena Loverance stepped down as the Chair of the CTE Trustees in October 2024 having led the Board for the last six years.

Safeguarding: What does it mean to be safe?

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News, Safeguarding

A video for Safeguarding Sunday produced by thirtyone:eight

WCC, ACT Alliance, and Lutheran World Federation issue joint call to action for biodiversity

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Environment, News

The World Council of Churches, ACT Alliance, and Lutheran World Federation have issued “A Call to Action for Biodiversity and Climate Justice at COP16.”

A Shared Vision for Flourishing Schools: New report unites faith and education leaders to transform England’s education system

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Church of England, Catholic Education Service, and Confederation of School Trusts launch groundbreaking report, “Flourishing Together: A collective vision for the education system”.

Statement from Bishop Hugh Nelson & Dean Simon Robinson

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The Rt Revd Hugh Nelson, Acting Bishop of Truro, and The Very Revd Simon Robinson, Dean of Truro, have shared a statement

Resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury, 12 Nov 24

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Statements and news items in the wake of the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury following publication of the Makin report into the Church of England’s handling of allegation of serious abuse by the late John Smyth.

Persecuted and Forgotten? A Report on Christians oppressed for their Faith 2022-24

News, Persecuted & Refugees

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Summarises the findings of ACN’s continued research, assessing recent patterns of violence and persecution.

Resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury – Statements

12th November 2024

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