Religion news 28 November 2025
Pope starts visit to Turkey with warning of third world war; UK interfaith leaders chart the future of multi-faith collaboration; Bishop of Chelmsford ‘bitterly regrets’ LGBTQ+ people have been failed by the church; Diocese of Bristol launches Advent calendar with an appeal
Religion news 27 November 2025
Faith response to the budget; Pope Leo starts first international visit today in Turkey; More time allocated in the Lords for debate on assisted dying bill; ‘Light the World’ charity vending gift machines launch in London and Birmingham
Explainer: Pope Leo XIV makes first international trip to Turkey and Lebanon
By Catherine Pepinster How significant is this papal visit? It is the first trip abroad for Pope Leo since he was elected pontiff in May, succeeding Pope Francis. He will have an important role supporting initiatives for peace in Lebanon, which was the subject of an attack by Israel as recently as Monday, and remains […]
