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Penarth churchyard

4 October 2024

Bill to allow assisted dying goes before the Commons; Law Commission consultation could mean graves are re-used; Catholic synod in Rome told “no positive decision” on women deacons
the bright side of winter Christian Kortum2.0

3 October 2024

Academics say Britain is entering its first 'atheist age'; UK faith-based charities mobilise to help people in Lebanon; Synod of world Catholic leaders starts in Rome
Moment of Devotion

1 October 2024

Tear Fund: Lebanon ‘on the brink of humanitarian catastrophe’; Impact of war on British Jews and Muslims “mirrors each other”; 100th milestone in the faith journey of President Jimmy Carter
MIDDLE EAST

1 October 2024

Reports on the impact of the war in Gaza on British Jews and Muslims; Antisemitism more prevalent in UK and Europe than data suggests; Jewish groups say BBC is institutionally hostile to Israel; Cardinal criticises Vatican service for being a “checklist of woke and gender ideology”
Luxmuralis Crown and Coronation at Canterbury Cathedral 2024_39smv

27 September 2024

Britain’s first Muslim Cabinet minister. Baroness Warsi, leaves the Conservative party; Faith minister indicates definition of Islamophobia is under discussion; Soul Survivor review says some leaders must have known about abuse; Cathedrals immersed in Crown and Coronation light and sound show
Mountains of Lebanon marviikad2.0

26 September 2024

Pope Francis “saddened” at escalation of violence in Lebanon; British Muslims generate £70 billion a year but many are “considering emigration”; Justice Secretary visits Southport mosque; Pope Francis offered to give refuge to Aung San Suu Kyi

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