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Former archbishop of Canterbury resigns as priest after reports on church’s handling of sexual abuse case
George Carey quit after BBC investigation reported that he allowed a priest banned over abuse claims to return to priesthood. A former leader of the Church of England has resigned as a priest ...The Guardian - 7h -
Deadly violence in Nigeria linked to breakup of United Methodist Church over LGBTQ policies
United Methodist News Service reports that a religious schism has turned deadly in Nigeria, with a church member fatally shot and two young children killed as homes were set ablazeABC News - 10h -
Former Church of England leader resigns as priest after claims he mishandled an abuse case
A former leader of the Church of England has resigned as a priest following allegations that he failed to properly handle the case of a priest accused of sexual misconductABC News - 13h -
US priest accused of sexual assault turns down 20-year plea deal
Decision leaves Anthony Odiong on course for trial on charges that could carry a maximum of life imprisonment. A hearing at which a Roman Catholic priest with ties to Texas and south-east Louisiana ...The Guardian - 1d -
Calls for Archbishop of York to resign over Church failings in sex abuse case
Stephen Cottrell knew that a priest was banned from being alone with children, but the priest remained in post.BBC News - 1d -
Second top Church of England cleric faces calls to quit over handling of abuse claims
The archbishop who is due to take temporary charge of the Church of England is facing calls to resign over his handling of the case of a priest accused of sexual misconductABC News - 2d -
New stained glass window for 12th Century church
The artwork by Thomas Denny has been unveiled in St John's Church in Tisbury.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
When church bells stop us in our tracks
Often the things we dismiss as interruptions to our busy lives are in fact opportunities for reflectionFinancial Times - 4d -
Priest who worked in Texas and Louisiana tentatively set to plead guilty to sexual assault
Anthony Odiong to appear Monday in court over charges he abused his position to pursue sex with congregants. A Roman Catholic priest who served under the command of church officials in Texas’s ...The Guardian - 4d -
Supreme Court to weigh Catholic Church-affiliated group's bid for religious tax exemption
The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to hear a case about whether a charitable group linked with the Catholic Church can claim a religious exemption from Wisconsin’s unemployment tax system.NBC News - 4d -
World's largest "psychedelic church" to shut down San Francisco location
The world's largest psychedelic church is about to close its doors in San Francisco.CBS News - 5d -
Trump plans to scrap policy restricting ICE arrests at churches, schools and hospitals
The long-standing policy has prevented ICE agents from arresting immigrants at so-called "sensitive locations" except under certain circumstances.NBC News - 6d -
Man arrested in 1985 church murders after original suspect exonerated
Erik Sparre was arrested in the 1985 killings of Harold and Thelma Swain after the original suspect, Dennis Perry, was exonerated on DNA evidence, authorities said.CBS News - Dec. 11 -
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My top 10: FT art critic Jackie Wullschläger’s favourite church paintings in Venice
Where to see some of the most beautiful sacred art in the worldFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
'SNL' Cold Open pokes fun at 'sinners' Matt Gaetz, Hunter Biden in Church Lady interview
The “Saturday Night Live” cold open this week targeted former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) and the president’s son, Hunter Biden, as “sinners” who have managed to sidestep some measure of public ...The Hill - Dec. 8 -
First-time 'SNL' host Paul Mescal isn't afraid to have fun, and Church Lady returns
The Irish actor had a breezy time hosting 'Saturday Night Live' for this first time, and Dana Carvey returned with Church Lady and 'Church Chat.'Los Angeles Times - Dec. 8 -
Eye on America: Celebrating 50 years of Miss Piggy, Catholic women push for female priests
In New York, we share an exclusive interview with Miss Piggy, the iconic Muppet and feminist icon, to look back on her 50 years of stardom. Also, we take you inside a grassroots movement calling ...CBS News - Dec. 7 -
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Church abuse victims 'disgusted' by Welby's speech
A survivor of child abuse linked to the Church said he was "dismayed" by the archbishop's statement.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
'Deus in machina': Swiss church installs AI Jesus to connect the digital and the divine
A computer generated avatar of Jesus Christ has been developed using artificial intelligence or AI and allows worshippers in Switzerland to talk to him.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Disgraced New Orleans priest pleads guilty to rape and kidnapping
An investigation revealed Lawrence Hecker had confessed to molesting multiple juveniles over his decades of service with the Archdiocese of New Orleans.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
New Orleans clergy abuse: details emerge after retired priest admits to kidnapping and child rape
Victim was going to testify about being forced to see a psychiatrist for lying or face expulsion from school after rape by Lawrence Hecker, now 93. The star witness in a clerical molestation case ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Retired Louisiana Priest Pleads Guilty to Rape and Kidnapping Charges
Lawrence Hecker, who was indicted last year on charges related to a sexual assault in the 1970s, pleaded guilty on Tuesday just before jury selection for his trial was set to begin.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Now that 'Real Housewives' star Heather Gay has left the Mormon church, she has a lot to say
'Real Housewives' star Heather Gay talks about her second book in two years, leaving the Mormon faith, body positivity and her perspective on marriageLos Angeles Times - Dec. 3 -
Retired New Orleans priest pleads guilty to kidnapping and raping boy in 1970s
Lawrence Hecker, 93, is set to receive a life sentence after admitting to attacking boy in church bell tower. Shortly before a jury was supposed to be chosen for his trial on criminal charges of ...The Guardian - Dec. 3
