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 31 July 2012 - web link
Jeremy Paxman religious comments were offensive, rules BBC Trust
Editorial standards committee says comments made in discussion with Richard Dawkins had no clear editorial purpose. By John Plunkett, Guardian, 31 July 2012
 30 July 2012 - web link
Continuing Indaba enables 'gospel-shaped conversation'
Enabling conversation across difference has been the main objective of the Anglican Communions Continuing Indaba and Mutual Listening Process. But the fruits of the program in breaking down barriers and building friendships across vastly different contexts have far exceeded any expectations, according to the Rev. Canon Phil Groves.Matthew Davies. Episcopal News Service. 30 July 2012
 30 July 2012 - web link
Robert Fisk: For the minorities, even neutrality is unsafe
Amid Aleppo's torment, let us remember minorities. The Palestinians of Syria, more than half a million of them, and the 1.5 million Christians - the largest number of whom live in Aleppo - who are Syrian citizens and who now sit on the edge of the volcano. Robert Fisk. Independent. 30 July 2012
 30 July 2012 - web link
Only traditionalist Archbishop of Canterbury can save Anglican church, warn primates
THE worldwide Anglican Church risks a permanent split unless someone committed to traditional values is chosen as the new Archbishop of Canterbury, the leaders of 55 million churchgoers have warned. John Bingham. Daily Telegraph.26 July 2012
 27 July 2012 - web link
'God can look after himself'
THE Archbishop of Canterbury has challenged the idea that human rights and religious discourse are "intrinsically opposed" to one another, and has urged religious people to abandon the "preposterous" notion that "they have to win God's arguments for him". Madeleine Daviews. Church Times 27 July 2012
 27 July 2012 - web link
Bells herald start of Olympics
THOUSANDS of bells will ring out across the nation at 8.12 this morning to mark the opening of the Olympic Games. They will include Big Ben, striking from 8.12 until 8.15 as part of "All the Bells". Madeleine Davies. Church Times. 26 July 2012
 27 July 2012 - web link
Women bishops: Synod asked for its views
SUGGESTIONS for resolving the dispute over the women-bishops legislation have been sent to members of General Synod in a discussion document issued by the secretary-general, William Fittall, on Wednesday. Madeleine Davies. Church Times. 27 July 2012
 27 July 2012 - web link
Celebrate the 2012 Games with the CofE
"I think it's fantastic that we can celebrate the great sporting talent we have in this country and welcome the best athletes from across the world to compete on the biggest stage. We should celebrate our Team GB with pride," says the Archbishop of York Dr John Sentamu as the London Games begin. C of E website. 27 July 2012
 27 July 2012 - web link
CUAC launches Annual Lecture in honour of Dr Rowan Williams
A new international lecture series in honour of the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd Dr Rowan Williams, will be launched this year by Colleges and Universities of the Anglican Communion (CUAC). ACNS 26 July 2012
 25 July 2012 - web link
Anglicans host major conference on health and healing
The Anglican Health Network (AHN) will host a two-day conference in the UK in April next year to draw together the experience of churches engaged in health services and healing ministries. ACNS 20 July 2012
 25 July 2012 - web link
Ageing population is not a problem
Leading statistician Andrew Dilnot is not concerned about Britain's ageing opulation. Speaking at the Keswick Convention, he said it was "peculiar" to talk of the "burden of ageing". Christian Today 24 Julye 2012
 25 July 2012 - web link
Rowan Williams in Retrospect
In March 2012, Dr Rowan Williams announced that he would be stepping down from the office of Archbishop of Canterbury at the end of this year. Mark Chapman presents his own view of events within the Church of England and the Anglican Communion in their ten years under Archbishop Rowan Williams. Mark Chapman. Tinking Faith 20 July 2012
 25 July 2012 - web link
'Advance refusal' cards for patients fearing 'death pathway'
Terminally ill patients are being issued with special cards warning doctors not to place them on a controversial 'death pathway' amid fears the practice is becoming routine. John Bingham. Daily Telegraph.24 July 2012
 25 July 2012 - web link
Tony Blair denies praying with George Bush
Former PM said he never prayed with Bush before the invasion of Iraq, but he did pray with the Salvation Army Andrew Brown. Guardian. 25 July 2012
 25 July 2012 - web link
The Saturday interview: Justin Welby, Bishop of Durham
Bishop Welby of Durham - former oil executive, Libor scandal inquiry member and possible next archbishop of Canterbury - discusses corporate sin and the common good Giles Fraser. Guardian 21 July 2012
 23 July 2012 - web link
Robert Fisk: If Alawites are turning against Assad then his fate is sealed
The Long View: There seems to be a Baathist pattern of destroying Sunni villages on the edge of the Alawite heartland Robert Fisk Independent. 23 July 2012
 23 July 2012 - web link
On patrol: the seaside God squad
We meet the volunteer 'street pastors' hoping to combat anti-social behaviour in Whitstable Sarah Rainey. Daily Telegraph.19 July 2012
 21 July 2012 - web link
Positive developments at Auckland Castle
The key to unlock the transformation of Auckland Castle has been turned, with the ownership of Auckland Castle and the Zurbaran paintings being transferred from the Church Commissioners to new trusts.Church of Engladn website.20 July 2012
 21 July 2012 - web link
Church in Wales unveils major overhaul
The Church in Wales faces terminal decline without some radical re-thinking, an external review group has found Christian Today 21 July 2012
 21 July 2012 - web link
Review team offers radical vision for Church
A radical new vision for the future of the Church in Wales is set out in a report launched today. Church in Wales website. 18 July 2012
 21 July 2012 - web link
The battle for Syria is a battle for the entire Middle East
If Assad falls, the area will lose a brutal dictator and Iran a pivotal ally. It could mark the end of an entire political culture Jonathan Freedland. Guardian 22 July 2012
 21 July 2012 - web link
Communiquï¿© of the Global South Primates Bangkok, Thailand, 20 July 2012
The Primates and representatives of 17 Global South Provinces, met in Bangkok, Thailand, from 18-20 July 2012, in conjunction with the Global South Conference on the Decade of Mission and Networking. Global South Anglican website. 22 July 2012
 20 July 2012 - web link
'No giving up' urged
THE Archbishop of Canterbury has urged Anglicans not to give up on each other despite "deeply painful conflicts". Ed Thornton. Church Times. 20 July 2012
 20 July 2012 - web link
Food crisis in East Africa grows as funds dwindle
AID agencies have said that they need to raise $25 million to address a "critical funding shortage" at the Dadaab refugee camps in Kenya, which are housing refugees affected by the East African food crisis. Ed Thornton. ChurchTimes. 20 July 2012
 20 July 2012 - web link
Leading Copts shun Clinton as talks fuel unease over future
A DECISION by six prominent Egyptian Copts, including two churchmen, to boycott a meeting with the US Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, during her recent visit to Cairo, highlighted the unease felt by the country's Christian minority at the recent turn of political events there. Gerald Butt. Church Times 20 July 2012
 20 July 2012 - web link
Church leaders call for help in ending Syria conflict
LORD CAREY, the former Archbishop of Canterbury, has joined with the Grand Mufti of Bosnia, Dr Mustafa Ceric, and the director-general of the World Dialogue Council, Canon Alistair Macdonald-Radcliff, to call on "responsible religious leaders" to play a bigger part in seeking an end to the fighting in Syria. Gerald Butt. Church Times. 20 July 2012
 20 July 2012 - web link
First female Anglican bishop for Africa elected in a 'spirit-filled' atmosphere
The Anglican Church of Southern Africa (ACSA) yesterday made history by appointing the first female Anglican bishop on the continent ACNS. 19 July 2012
 19 July 2012 - web link
The eurozone's religious faultlineBy Chris Bowlby
The eurozone's religious faultline, By Chris Bowlby, BBC Radio 4's Analysis, 19 July 2012
 19 July 2012 - web link
The crucial role of religious leaders in the HIV response
This week many of the pre-International AIDS Conference meetings are taking place in Washington DC, and hundreds of delegates from all over the world have started to arrive. I will be attending and speaking at a general assembly meeting for the International Network of Religious Leaders living and affected by HIV Winnie Ssanyu Sseruma. Independent. 19 July 2012
 19 July 2012 - web link
Food banks: a life on handouts
Food banks are springing up across Britain to help struggling families. But is charity really the answer for people being let down by the state? Amelia Gentleman. Guardian. 19 July 2012
 18 July 2012 - web link
Anglican Communion gathering at Lambeth Palace
At a gathering for Anglican Communion guests at Lambeth Palace, the Archbishop of Canterbury expressed gratitude for the rich contribution to church life in England made by those from other parts of the worldwide Anglican Communion. Archbishop of Canterbury's website. 12 July 2012
 18 July 2012 - web link
Christian Beginnings by Geza Vermes - review
Rowan Williams finds a beautiful and magisterial early history still leaves some puzzles unsolved Guardian 11 July 2012
 17 July 2012 - web link
Bishop of Durham to serve on Banking Standards Commission
The Rt Revd Justin Welby, Bishop of Durham, has been invited to sit on the Parliamentary Commission On Banking Standards. His appointment to the Commission underlines the depth and value of the non-partisan expertise the Lords Spiritual bring to their work in the House of Lords. Church of England website. 17 July 2012
 16 July 2012 - web link
Prayer and bell ringing to kick off Olympics
Churches across the UK are being called to pray and ring their bells on the first day of the Olympics. The London Organising Committee is asking people to ring bells for three minutes, starting at 8:12am on 27 July. Christian Today. 16 July 2012
 16 July 2012 - web link
In praise of & St Swithin
The number of saints' days in June and July associated with weather may be related to the stability of the jet stream Guardian Editorial. 16 July 2012
 16 July 2012 - web link
London's churches throw open their doors to welcome visitors to the Olympics
Visitors to the 2012 Olympics will be able to escape one of the busiest periods the capital has ever seen by exploring its rich Christian heritage. The Diocese of London has published a guide to walking tours of the city's places of tranquillity, prayer and historic interest. Dioceseof London website. 16 July 2012
 16 July 2012 - web link
Clerical abuse case 'disastrous' for charities, claims Church
Parents could be sued for the actions of their children and charities could be required to rethink their volunteering policies, lawyers warned yesterday after a landmark ruling over clerical abuse. John Bingham. Daily Telegraph. 13 July 2012
 16 July 2012 - web link
Once, the chief rabbi represented all British Jewry. No longer
The falling-out over gay marriage demonstrates that Jonathan Sacks' successor will be only the head of a centrist rump Geoffrey Alderman. Guardian. Comment is Free. 13 July 2012
 15 July 2012 - web link
An ill wind blows over Church of England's windfarm proposals
As the Church of England considers planting yet more lucrative wind turbines on its land, parishioners are banding together to halt the eco-bishops. Sunday Telegraph, 15 July 2012
 15 July 2012 - web link
South Carolina Episcopal bishop blasts national church
Letter to congregations outlines leader's opposition to national church's stance on gender issues. By Carolyn Click, The State, 14 July 2012
 13 July 2012 - web link
Catholic church loses abuse liability appeal
Appeal court rules that Portsmouth diocese is liable to pay for alleged wrongdoings of its clergy, paving way for similar claims Owen Bocott. Guardian 13 July 2012
 13 July 2012 - web link
Synod defers vote on women bishops until November
THE General Synod voted on Monday to send the draft women-bishops Measure back to the House of Bishops, and not to vote on final approval until November. Ed Thornton and Madeleine Davies and Gavin Drake Church Times 13 July 2012
 13 July 2012 - web link
Mission goes to Olympic lengths
AS THE opening ceremony of the Olympics is just a fortnight away, churches have been gearing up to make the most of the mission opportunities. Church Times. 13 July 2012
 13 July 2012 - web link
Board of Deputies slams Synod debate on Palestine-Israel
A SENIOR Jewish leader has described the language used in Monday's General Synod debate about Israel and Palestine as evoking "nothing but simple anti-Semitic themes from history. Gavin Drake. Church Times. 13 July 2012
 12 July 2012 - web link
News from the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem
A summary of news from the Diocese of Jerusalem June Newsletter. JMECA website. 12 July 2012
 12 July 2012 - web link
Anglican Communion Office reflects on its work in 2011 Annual Review
The Anglican Communion Office has published its first ever Annual Review that reports on its work for the Anglican Communion during 2011. ACNS 12 July 2012
 12 July 2012 - web link
Church to debate nature of marriage
That's what the General Synod decided in Fiji this afternoon. Without dissent, and after a debate that at times included displays of raw emotion, the synod passed a resolution that 'asks Episcopal Units to hold conversations in our church and with the wider community about the nature of marriage.' ACNS. 12 July 2012
 12 July 2012 - web link
Choice of new Archbishop a 'colonial' stitch-up
Tens of millions of Anglicans around world feel excluded by the 'colonial' way the next Archbishop of Canterbury is being chosen, the leader of Church in Middle East and North Africa has said. John Bingham, Daily Telegraph 9 July 2012
 12 July 2012 - web link
Majority of South Carolina deputies walk out to protest convention actions
The majority of the Diocese of South Carolina's deputies left the General Convention July 11 because, in the words of its remaining clergy deputy, the gathering has passed resolutions that violate the doctrine, discipline and worship of the Episcopal Church. Mary Frances Schjonberg Episcopal News Service. 11 July 2012
 11 July 2012 - web link
General Synod - Summary of business conducted on Monday 9th July PM
 11 July 2012 - web link
Church schools 'under attack', says bishop
Church schools must develop their distinctiveness in an 'age of creeping scepticism about 'religion', the Bishop of Oxford has said. Christian Today. 9 July 2012
 11 July 2012 - web link
New challenge to CofE as US Anglicans approve gay 'marriage' service
The Church of England's opposition to same-sex marriage is facing a major challenge from within after Anglicans in the US approved same-sex blessings in churches. John Bingham, and Jonathan Wynne-Jones Daily Telegraph. 10 July 2012
 11 July 2012 - web link
In praise of & Right Rev Peter Price
The riots are a serious subject. The bishop's speech at General Synod and the report should be studied thoughtfully, not caricatured. Guardian Editorial. 9 July 2012
 11 July 2012 - web link
US Episcopal Church becomes largest religious group to approve blessing of gay unions
The US Episcopal Church yesterday approved a liturgy for clergy to use in blessing same-sex unions, including gay marriages in states where they are legal, becoming the largest US religious denomination to approve such a ritual. Susan Guuyett. Independent. 11 July 2012
 10 July 2012 - web link
Months of frantic lobbying expected as women bishops debate is temporarily stayed by Church of England
Supporters and opponents of women bishops are gearing up for months of frantic lobbying as a potentially historic vote which might have approved legislation today was temporarily stayed following an impassioned debate on the crucial issue. Jerome taylor. Independent. 9 July 2012
 10 July 2012 - web link
Monday: delayed but not denied
Well, it all came down to a vote just before lunch. And the decision was that we will refer the Kings Great Matter (or at least, the Bishops amendment 3(1)(c)) back to the Bishops when they meet in September. And they will bring their revision to an extra Synod meeting in November. Stephen Lynas blog. 9 July 2012
 10 July 2012 - web link
Synod postpones final decision on women bishops
THE General Synod has voted to send the draft women-bishops Measure back to the House of Bishops, and not to vote on final approval until November. Ed Thornton and Gavin Drake and Madeleine Davies. Church Times. 9 July 2012
 10 July 2012 - web link
Women bishops row is a 'train crash'
The Church of England's bitter divisions over women bishops are a 'train crash' which could spell the end of its presence in the House of Lords, a senior Tory MP has warned. John Bingham. Daily Telegraph.9 July 2012
 10 July 2012 - web link
If some parts of the Church of England want women bishops, they must also satisfy those who don't.
Anyone who inhabits a blissful state of ignorance over the arcane workings of the Church of England must be completely mystified by its protracted self-immolation over the issue of women bishops. George Pitcher. Mail online. 9 July 2012
 09 July 2012 - web link
Women bishops: Church's General Synod delays vote
The Church of England is to delay a final vote on the consecration of women bishops to allow a late amendment to be reconsidered. BBC 9 July 2012
 09 July 2012 - web link
Church of England postpones vote on female bishops
General Synod votes to adjourn debate on measure that campaigners say would enshrine discrimination Lizzy Davies Guardian 9 July 2012
 08 July 2012 - web link
General Synod - Summary of business conducted on Sunday 8th July PM
 08 July 2012 - web link
Archbishop's sermon at York Minster
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, preached the sermon at the General Synod Eucharist in York Minster. Archbishop of Cantebury's website. 8 July 2012
 08 July 2012 - web link
Archbishop of Canterbury on World Shaped Mission at General Synod in York
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, contributed to the debate on world-shaped mission in the July Group of Sessions of the General Synod of the Church of England held in York. Archbishop of Canterbury's website. 7 July 2012.
 08 July 2012 - web link
Archbishop warns followers ahead of crucial vote
The Archbishop of Canterbury has warned the warring factions with the Church of England that they must show they care for each other, ahead of tomorrow's key vote on introducing female bishops. Cal Flynn. Daily Telegraph. 8 July 2012
 08 July 2012 - web link
Church of England vote on women bishops likely to be postponed
Steering committee seeks to have debate adjourned over last-ditch amendment that has angered many female clergy Lizzy Davies. Guardian 8 July 2012
 08 July 2012 - web link
Don't get depressed, Dr Williams tells Church of England
THE Archbishop of Canterbury said this morning that many in the Church were feeling "profoundly frustrated" with its "structures". Ed Thornton. Church Times. 8 July 2012
 07 July 2012 - web link
General Synod - Summary of business conducted on Saturday 7th July PM
 07 July 2012 - web link
General Synod - Summary of business conducted on Saturday 7th July AM
 07 July 2012 - web link
Church of England votes to ban clergy from discriminatory political parties
BNP condemns legislation backed by huge majority at General Synod, accusing church of 'bullying and persecuting' Lizzy Davies. Guardian. 7 July 2012.
 07 July 2012 - web link
Ban on clergy in racist groups approved
The General Synod moved a step closer to banning clergy from membership of groups such as the British National Party (BNP) when it gave final approval to the Clergy Discipline (Amendment) Measure this afternoon. Gavin Drake. Church Times. 7 July 2012
 07 July 2012 - web link
Women bishops must be given full powers, MPs warn
A group of MPs is threatening to overrule the Church of England unless it agrees full-scale implementation of women bishops. Edward Malnick. DailyTelegraph 7 July 2012
 07 July 2012 - web link
Archbishop of Canterbury: Government has no right to introduce gay marriage
The Archbishop of Canterbury has warned the Government has no 'mandate' to introduce same-sex marriage. Edward Malnick. Daily Telegraph. 7 July 2012
 07 July 2012 - web link
Archbishop defends gay-marriage response
THE Church of England response to the Government's consultation on gay marriage , its status, and the process that lay behind it, came under close scrutiny during Questions at General Synod last night.Madeleine Davies. Church Times. 7 July 2012
 07 July 2012 - web link
Women bishops: Jesus was happy with female apostles. What is the CofE's problem?
The Anglican church is embroiled in another debate over the role of women in its hierarchy. If the general synod refuses to back female bishops, it will be taking the wrong lessons from history Diarmaid MacCulloch. Guardian 7 July 2012
 06 July 2012 - web link
Church of England: what women don't want
The church was all set to agree on ordination of the first women bishops, but a carefully stitched compromise risks failing Guardian Editorial 6 July 2012,
 06 July 2012 - web link
Female bishops: this is about the church's attitude to all women
Synod is now faced with voting for an amended measure that discriminates against people who believe in equality Christina Rees. Guardian. c-i-f 6 July 2012
 06 July 2012 - web link
Words for Worship - helping us take our heritage of Christian prayer to heart
A new book from Church House Publishing aims to re-establish some of Christianity's oldest words of worship in the heart of the nation. Words for Worship - compiled by members of the Liturgical Commission - explains the origin of some of the most popular prayers and liturgy used in Common Worship (2000) and the Book of Common Prayer (1662). Church of England website. 6 July 2012
 06 July 2012 - web link
Convocations and House of Laity approve draft legislation
The Convocations* of Canterbury and York, and the House of Laity of the General Synod, have approved the draft legislation on women in the episcopate (the draft Bishops and Priests (Consecration and Ordination of Women) Measure and Amending Canon No 30) at their meetings this afternoon before the start of the July 2012 group of sessions of the General Synod. Church of England website. 6 July 2012
 06 July 2012 - web link
Women bishops: Church is looking into the abyss, says Archbishop of Canterbury
Dr Rowan Williams, the Archbishop of Canterbury, warned today that the Church of England is looking 'into the abyss',amid acrimony over plans to ordain women bishops. John Bingham and Sam Marsden. Daily Telegraph. 6 July 2012
 06 July 2012 - web link
Fears Church of England vote on women bishops has begun to unravel
Church could see women ordained as bishops by 2014, but critics warn draft legislation contains a compromise too far. Lizzy Davies. Guardian 6 July 2012
 06 July 2012 - web link
Poor areas need cash-flow too, says Bishop Welby
DEPRIVED parts of the country are "virtually demonetised" and in danger of being forgotten by Parliament as it concentrates on the "macro picture" of the economy, the Bishop of Durham, the Rt Revd Justin Welby, has warned. Madeleine Davies. Church Times. 6 July 2012
 06 July 2012 - web link
Bishops to meet amid fevered pre-Synod lobbying
THE House of Bishops will meet informally tomorrow morning, before the General Synod's business begins, to test its common mind on the future of the draft legislation for women bishops. Madeleine Davies. Church Times. 6 July 2012
 05 July 2012 - web link
Should people stop calling Higgs boson the 'God particle'?
As scientists at Cern have announced that the formerly theoretical Higgs boson actually exists, should its erstwhile nickname, the 'God particle', be dropped? Guardian. 4 July 2012
 05 July 2012 - web link
York Minster to have its first woman dean
THE Dean of Leicester, the Very Revd Vivienne Faull, will be the next Dean of York, Number 10 announced on Thursday. Ed Thornton. Church Times. 5 July 2012
 04 July 2012 - web link
Can the Church finally embrace women bishops?
An Anglican conference this weekend to approve landmark legislation hangs in the balance after two decades of acrimonious debate. By Jerome Taylor, 4 July 2012
 03 July 2012 - web link
Who will lead the Copts?
Bishops and monks and prominent lay people play their part in choosing the next leader of Egypt's Copts, the Middle East's biggest Christian community. But the ultimate decision will be made in a very public casting of lots that echoes Acts 1.26. Wazzala website.
 03 July 2012 - web link
Disarray over women bishops plans
The Bishop of Sherborne is calling for the July General Synod to adjourn the women bishops debate in favour of a November session, in order for the House of Bishops to reconsider their amendments. Amaris Cole. Religious Intelligence. 3 July 2012
 03 July 2012 - web link
At least 15 die in grenade attacks on Kenya churches
At least 15 people were killed in a grenade attack on two churches in northern Kenya on Sunday. Christian Today. 2 July 2012
 03 July 2012 - web link
Why Tom Cruise is looking like a loose cannon to the Scientologists
His superstar status gave Scientology invaluable influence in Hollywood, but with a nasty-looking divorce looming, is Tom Cruise now a liability to the controversial Church? Damian Thompson. Daly Telegraph 2 July 2012
 03 July 2012 - web link
Prayer Breakfast call for peace
Seven hundred peers, MPs, church leaders and representatives from charities attended this year's National Prayer Breakfast at the Houses of Parliament. They heard Lord Bates call for a truce between warring factions during the period of the Olympic Games. Lord Bates has already walked 3,000 miles from Mount Olympia to London to highlight the need for such a move. Bible Society website. 27 June 2012
 02 July 2012 - web link
'Faith, Poverty and Justice' - Lambeth Palace Inter-Faith Event with DFID
Last week Lambeth Palace hosted a launch of the Department for International Development's 'Faith Partnership Principles' by Secretary of State, Andrew Mitchell. Archbishop of Canterbury's website. 26 June 2012
 02 July 2012 - web link
President of Egypt, Dr. Mohammed Mursi meets with Christian leaders
Letter from Bishop Mouneer about meeting with the new President of Egypt. JMECA website
 01 July 2012 - web link
New leader for CMS
The Rev Philip Mounstephen takes up the post of CMS executive leader after five years as chaplain of St Michael's, Paris, where he gained a reputation as a passionate and visionary leader who encourages and enables others to grow. CMS, 1 July 2012
 01 July 2012 - web link
TEC files misconduct charges against bishops
Bishops Salmon, Beckwith, and MacPherson charged Charges filed for endorsing brief filed by the ACNA Diocese of Quincy. By George Conger, Anglican Link, 30 June 2012
 01 July 2012 - web link
London Paralympics involve churches
Churches in Britain are organizing celebrations and activities in the runup to the London Paralympic Games, which take place after the Olympics, but critics are also wondering whether churches will be inspired to improve their own facilities for the disabled. ENI, 26 June 2012
 01 July 2012 - web link
Should Churches Abandon Travel-Intensive Short-Term Missions in Favor of Local Projects?
Churches should not abandon travel, but we should abandon most travel-intensive "projects." Christianity Today. 25 June 2012
 01 July 2012 - web link
Church set to reject 'deal' on female bishops
Last-minute Synod compromise over women in top posts alienates traditionalists and reformers. By Emily Dugan, Independent 1 July 2012
 01 July 2012 - web link
Church of Nativity becomes World Heritage Site
The Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem and the Pilgrimage Route have become the latest World Heritage Sites. Unesco announced the additions on Friday, after the World Heritage Committee meeting in St Petersburg, Russia, voted 13-to-6 in favour. Christian Today, 30 June 2012

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