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Church of Ireland opposes abortion, acknowledges 'exceptional cases'

Church of Ireland says abortion should only be allowed in exceptional cases, such as substantial risk to mother's life. 

25 June 2013

Abp Welby: "Christians, Muslims who strive for peace not forgotten"

The Archbishop of Canterbury has assured Christians and Muslims in Egypt that all who strive for peace and reconciliation in the region “are not forgotten”.

25 June 2013

Anglicans on international co-ordinating bodies announced

The Secretary General today announced the names of Anglican members who have agreed to serve on one of two international co-ordinating bodies.

25 June 2013

Coronation choristers celebrated at cathedral

60 years on, Coronation choristers are thanked and celebrated at Evensong and reception.

24 June 2013

Switch off your phones for Congo's women

Micah Challenge urges Anglicans to join 30 June phone fast to highlight the plight of women in the Congo

24 June 2013

Abp of Canterbury to visit Egypt, Holy Land

Archbishop Welby will start a five-day visit to Egypt, Jordan, Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories. 

21 June 2013

Prayer vigil for Nelson Mandela held in Dublin

A prayer service for the former president of South Africa, Nelson Mandela, took place in Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin.

20 June 2013

Wales: Vicar honoured for autism work

A West Wales vicar has won a lifetime achievement award for raising awareness of autism.

20 June 2013

Story Of Hope Emerges From Civil War

The Diocese of Durham held an event in honour of a remarkable African Bishop who survived civil war to champion the cause of education.

20 June 2013

Obama family view Church of Ireland records

Michelle Obama and her daughters reviewed parish records to learn more about their Irish ancestors

19 June 2013