Christianity
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Have Anglicans reached a compromise on same-sex marriage?
Speed Read The Anglican Communion's leader tried to strike a balance between the church's two warring positions. But will it work?
By Grayson Quay Published
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The Russian religious leader providing ‘spiritual cover’ for Vladimir Putin’s war
Why Everyone’s Talking About Patriarch Kirill I facing EU sanctions over support for Ukraine invasion
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Southern Baptist leaders covered up sexual abuse for decades, re-traumatizing victims, report finds
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By Peter Weber Published
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The divided Methodist church?
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By W. James Antle III Published
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The meaning of Lent – and ten popular things to give up in 2022
In Depth From coffee to complaining, Lent offers a unique opportunity to give up our vices
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Girl aged 12 is bishop for 45 minutes
feature And other stories from the stranger side of life
By The Week Staff Published
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Instant Opinion: this year’s Golden Globes ‘missed the mark’
In Depth Your guide to the best columns and commentary on Tuesday 7 January
By The Week Staff Published
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What is Beyonce Mass?
In Depth Songs ranging from Formation to Flaws and All used to frame religious narratives
By James Ashford Last updated
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Jesus Army: shocking reports of life inside Christian cult
In Depth Hundreds of ex-members of totalitarian sect seeking damages over alleged historical child sex offences
By Gabriel Power Published
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What is Ascension Day and how is it marked?
In Depth The little-known Christian festival holds major theological significance
By The Week Staff Last updated
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Home Office uses violent Bible verses to deny Christian asylum
Speed Read Refusal letter says the passages are ‘inconsistent’ with Iranian man’s claim to have converted to ‘peaceful’ religion
By The Week Staff Last updated
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Churches no longer required to hold service every Sunday
Speed Read Synod amends 17th century canon law due to decline in clergy numbers
By The Week Staff Published
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Why Christians are outraged over DC Comics’ Jesus series
Speed Read Books deal axed over ‘blasphemous’ images depicting ‘immature’ Christ
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Asia the ‘new hotbed of Christian persecution’
Speed Read Report finds threat levels rising in China and India amid government crackdown and rise of religious nationalism
By The Week Staff Last updated
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