News – Page 10 – Churches Together in Cornwall

A webinar on 13 February brought together people from different traditions to reflect on how a shared celebration of Easter can unite Christians worldwide in their common faith in the resurrected Christ.

CEC calls for prayers and action for peace in Ukraine

25th February 2025

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A statement marking the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. CEC stands in solidarity with the Ukrainian people and urges global action for lasting peace.

Statement: Bishop Philip Moger, Bishop-designate of the Diocese of Plymouth

25th February 2025

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I have come to the decision to present to the Holy Father a request to step down from my appointment as Bishop of the Diocese of Plymouth. The Holy Father has accepted my request.

MPs call for ban on ‘outdated’ prayers in Parliament

15th February 2025

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The centuries-old tradition of saying Anglican prayers in Parliament could be scrapped after a group of MPs put forward a motion calling for an end to the practice.

WCC general secretary reflects on common date for celebration of Easter

13th February 2025

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There is a serious and big engagement of Christian leaders to find a common date for the celebration of Easter. What are the biggest obstacles?

The King and Queen will visit the Holy See and Italy

13th February 2025

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Their Majesties The King and Queen will undertake State Visits to the Holy See and the Republic of Italy in early April 2025.

Lent 2025 – Christian Unity in a Fragmenting World

13th February 2025

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Christian Unity, Lent & Easter, News

This Lenten Resource follows on from the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity theme this year, which invites us to explore together the enduring relevance of the first ecumenical council of the Church which took place in Nicaea 1700 years ago.

Lent 2025 Resources

13th February 2025

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Lent & Easter, News

Study resources and courses for individuals and groups

World Day of Prayer 2025: “I made you wonderful”

11th February 2025

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News, World Day of Prayer

Our sisters in The Cook Islands welcome us and lead us for the Day of Prayer 2025. This group of 15 islands in the South Pacific Ocean has a rich and colourful Māori heritage and a deep connection to nature. Join with us as we pray together and reflect on the theme ‘I made you…

Public consultation for the next Archbishop of Canterbury

10th February 2025

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The Church of England has launched a public consultation as part of the appointment process for the next Archbishop of Canterbury.

No, we’re not banning ‘gluten-free’ bread or ‘non-alcoholic’ Communion wine

10th February 2025

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Contrary to recent reports following a question asked by a General Synod member, the Church of England is not banning ‘gluten-free’ wafers nor ‘non-alcoholic’ wine at Communion.

New Guide to safer recruitment of refugees and people seeking asylum

10th February 2025

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News, Persecuted & Refugees

Many churches have refugees and people seeking asylum as part of their congregations. Friends from refugee backgrounds have skills and experience. They want to serve, volunteer and be active in church life.

Prayers and statements on violence in the Middle East

5th February 2025

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Middle East Crisis, News

Member churches of CTBI are responding with prayers and statements to the violence in the Middle East, including the recent ceasefire in Gaza:

CTBI New Website

5th February 2025

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Christian Unity, News

This new design of the website places strong emphasis on our strategic plan and allows easier access to CTBI and its member networks news, events and resources.

Inclusive social prescribing

30th January 2025

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New report investigates 1)What does “inclusive social prescribing” mean? 2) What challenges do we face in making this a reality? 3) What actions are needed: From VCFSE organisations? From statutory health partners?

Bishop makes direct appeals to Trump at Inaugural Prayer Service + video link

29th January 2025

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At the Interfaith Inaugural Prayer Service at the Washington National Cathedral on Tuesday morning, the Episcopal Bishop of Washington, Rt Rev Mariann Edgar Budde made some pointed comments about the growing ‘culture of contempt’ in America. She went on to make direct appeals to President Trump to have mercy on the LGBT community and undocumented…

2025: The year we Cancel Debt, Choose Hope

29th January 2025

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This year, as we launch the Cancel Debt, Choose Hope campaign, campaigners and activists from all over the world are coming together in the biggest global movement for debt cancellation in twenty-five years.