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England: Whitby religious community marks 100 years

Much of work overseas continues to flourish in indigenous hands

16 July 2015

Mothers' Union call Church of England to help end commercialisation of childhood

Synod event highlights Bye Bye Childhood campaign advocating responsible, appropriate marketing to children

16 July 2015

Church of England synod welcomes climate change policy

Biblical understanding, theological reflection and appreciation of views of Church undergird new policy

14 July 2015

Church must 'look outwards' to tackle climate change - Abp Welby

Archbishop of Canterbury speaks to debate on climate change at Church of England General Synod

14 July 2015

WCC co-organises ecumenical training on women's rights advocacy

Participants equipped to hold governments accountable to UN conventions and member state resolutions

14 July 2015

Australian and South African archbishops highlight moral imperative of climate action

Anglican primates support Church of England synod resolutions for carbon cuts and shift to renewable energy

13 July 2015

Abp Welby urges 'good news for the poor' development financing agreement

Archbishop of Canterbury’s blog to UN conference challenges leaders to put ‘human flourishing’ above self-interest

13 July 2015

Church of England synod approves safeguarding legislation

Aim to face up to past abuses, implement prevention measures at every level of church life

13 July 2015

England: Lead environmental bishop welcomes eco-guide update

Advice to churches about including an environment focus throughout the Christian calendar year

13 July 2015

Anglicans rally with other church groups to support Calais migrants

Christians on both sides of the Channel seek to 'be the church' through a listening, intentional presence

10 July 2015