Latest news, updates and commentary from the Church of England.
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House of Bishops meeting: 29 November
29/11/2023
The House of Bishops met online on the morning of 29 November 2023
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Church of England Bishop introduces Bill to allow humanitarian visas for those seeking asylum
29/11/2023
The Bishop of Chelmsford has introduced a Private Members' Bill to provide a safe and legal route to the UK for those seeking asylum.
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Church of England’s Christmas single sees thousands poised to ‘Join the Song’
26/11/2023
Choirs up and down the country will sing the new carol, released today across streaming platforms
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New members of Archbishops' Council announced
22/11/2023
Two members have been elected to serve on the Archbishops’ Council, following the arising of two casual vacancies.
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Church of England releases first ever Advent Calendar, featuring interactive sticker Nativity scene
18/11/2023
Follow The Star Advent calendar invites people to put the birth of Jesus at the heart of their Christmas preparations.
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Synod backs trial of special services asking for God’s blessing for same-sex couples
15/11/2023
Synod votes in favour of amended motion
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Prayers of Love and Faith: The Bishop of London's closing speech at Synod
15/11/2023
Bishop Sarah responds to the Living in Love and Faith debate
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Community organising scheme to be expanded to more churches
15/11/2023
A community organising project which has increased the number of children and young people attending inner-city churches is to be expanded to more parishes following a grant from the Church of England.
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Prayers of Love and Faith debate: Bishop of London’s address to Synod
14/11/2023
'There is a space where we can live together as a church,' Bishop Sarah tells Synod
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Synod approves next steps for national redress scheme
14/11/2023
General Synod approves next steps for national redress scheme at its November 2023 sitting
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