Faith groups have a ‘sacred civic role’ in the pandemic
Faith groups are delivering essential services during the pandemic, but there may be tension as they fill gaps in welfare provision while retaining their distinctive ethos.
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Religion news 11 January
Muslim doctors say Covid-19 still has disproportionate impact on ethnic minorities; Places of worship close voluntarily; Faith leaders condemn the Capitol Hill insurrection; United Nations Green named outside Westminster Central Hall
Religion News 6 January
Financial losses from Covid-19 changing religious landscape of England; Faith leaders cautious as public worship is allowed; Plea to keep Christmas decorations up until 2 February; gender inclusivity – Amen or Awoman?
Religion news 3 December
MPs ask ‘did public worship ban breach human rights?’; CofE’s Director of Safeguarding resigns; Leaders due to attend virtual memorial service for Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks; British Islam annual conference 2021 is postponed
Shock at late decision to lockdown North West England three hours before Eid al Adha
A government announcement to prevent people meeting in each others houses 3 hours before a big Muslim festival, has provoked shock and disappointment.