Following the publication independent review by Keith Makin into the Church of England's handling of allegations of serious abuse by the late John Smyth, the Archbishop of Canterbury said: "Having ...

The independent review by Keith Makin into the Church of England’s handling of allegations of serious abuse by the late John Smyth has been published.

The recent events in Afghanistan have highlighted what was already a serious issue. How well can we welcome those who served our services, diplomats, businesses and charities working in Afghanistan ...

In 2020 the Church Commissioners were asked to review the Mission and Pastoral Measure 2011 (MPM). A consultation paper (GS2222) was debated by General Synod in July 2021 and a period of public ...

God calls each of us to be a missionary disciple; we are called to gather around Jesus in worship, prayer, and fellowship. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we are sent out to be Jesus' witnesses ...

This page is being updated. In the meantime, if you have any questions about the Crown Nominations Commission, please contact the Archbishops’ Advisers for Appointments & Vocations at [email protected ...

which is always to be performed upon some Sunday or Holy Day unless for weighty and urgent reasons some other day be appointed. When all things are duly prepared in the Church, and set in order; after ...

Most Church of England marriages require banns to be read out in church before the wedding can take place. Although a legal requirement, banns can be a special occasion too. Here’s your essential ...

Godparents are really important. Choosing them is one of the biggest decisions you will make. Whether you are still thinking or have already asked some special friends, discover more about what it ...

The Priest and Clerks meeting the corpse at the entrance of the Church-yard, and going before it, either into the Church, or towards the grave, shall say, or sing: I am the resurrection and the life, ...

Following Jesus is about the way we behave as well as what we believe. So how should Christians behave and how should we live? The Ten Commandments set out fundamental principles of how we are to ...

Most Church of England marriages will not require a licence, but in some circumstances you might need to apply for one… Licences replace the need for having banns read out, which is the usual legal ...