The Bishop of Leeds, Nick Baines, says nobody should be shocked that Russia has invaded Ukraine, as it was clear that he did not listen to words, but strong action.
Leeds is a richly diverse city where communities came together during the pandemic and worked with the media to strengthen ties.
The full itinerary for the Creating Connections event in Leeds on 14th October 2021.
In an exclusive interview for the Religion Media Centre podcast, sacked government adviser Imam Qari Asim says the government needs to reconsider and retract statements against him and that he is always open to conversations.
UK aid agencies unite in appeal for victims of Afghanistan earthquake; Bishop says diplomacy and ease of sanctions might be best route to secure Ukraine’s territory; Faith minister visits the Pope to promote international conference on freedom of religion or belief; TV drama “afraid to take risks” on Muslim stories
All CofE bishops in the House of Lords condemn Rwanda migrant deportations; Trust in faith and community groups is a key lesson from Grenfell; “The Lady of Heaven” film campaigners urged to target Amazon and Netflix
Imam Qari Asim sacked over his stand on the Lady of Heaven film; Faith groups line up against plans to send asylum seekers to Rwanda; Pope Francis cancels trip to south Sudan due to illness; Shortfall of RE teachers in schools as demand rises
Bishop says confidence vote has led to a “zombie government”; Muslim protests at film “Lady of Heaven”; Spanish Catholics pressing for women priests and optional celibacy
Christian debt charity warns financial package not enough to avoid destitution; Hundreds to join interfaith protest at US gun laws today; Fears for the future of Radio 4’s Daily Service; Burkini rules in Grenoble swimming pools go before France’s highest court
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In this special episode, Hannah Scott-Joynt gives a flavour of all that went on at the 2022 Religion Media Festival “Exploring Belief”.
