The Archbishop of York confronts significant dissent within the Church of England as traditionalist clergy challenge the recent approval of prayers for same-sex couples, threatening potential splits.
In a groundbreaking development, Bishop Sarah Mullally is being seriously considered as the next Archbishop of Canterbury, potentially becoming the first woman to lead the Church of England amid ongoing debates about same-sex marriage.
The Church of England's groundbreaking appointment of its first female Archbishop of Canterbury is being marred by an alarming tide of online misogyny and threats, raising concerns about institutional response.
The Methodist Church in Britain has voted to suspend its own rules to allow Anglican priests to serve in Methodist pulpits, marking a significant step toward unity between the two Christian traditions.
Dame Sarah Mullally delivers historic address acknowledging centuries of Christian persecution against Jewish communities and commits to building new relationships.
Shocking security breach at Lambeth Palace as intruder armed with knife and hammer confronts Archbishop Justin Welby in disturbing incident that raises serious safety concerns.
Justin Welby issues urgent warning about Britain's broken political system and calls for radical constitutional reforms ahead of potential Labour government.
Dame Sarah Mullally, former NHS chief nurse and current Bishop of London, emerges as frontrunner to lead Church of England in groundbreaking appointment that could reshape Anglican leadership forever.
In a groundbreaking move for the Church of England, Dame Sarah Mullally has been appointed as the first woman to lead the Anglican Communion as Archbishop of Canterbury, marking a historic shift in the church's 500-year history.
In a historic move, Bishop Sarah Mullally announces her departure from St Paul's Cathedral while remaining as Bishop of London, marking another chapter in the Church of England's evolving leadership.
In a groundbreaking move for the Church of England, Dame Sarah Mullally could shatter the stained-glass ceiling as the first woman Archbishop of Canterbury, marking a historic transformation in Anglican leadership.
In a surreal incident at Canterbury Cathedral, a football fan disrupted Sunday services by running toward the Archbishop of Canterbury while wearing club colours, sparking security concerns and widespread bewilderment.
A powerful new documentary uncovers decades of clergy abuse and cover-ups within the New Orleans Catholic Archdiocese, featuring harrowing survivor testimonies and allegations of evidence destruction.
Labour leader Keir Starmer gains powerful allies, including Gordon Brown and Archbishop John Sentamu, in his crusade to abolish the House of Lords and decentralise power from Westminster in a historic constitutional shake-up.
The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, has launched a scathing critique of Nigel Farage's inflammatory language on immigration, labelling it 'un-Christian' and a betrayal of British values of compassion.
The UK's most senior bishop, Archbishop Justin Welby, has launched a stunning critique of Nigel Farage, accusing him of promoting division and undermining the nation's values for personal political gain.
The Catholic Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis seeks Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it faces over 100 child sex abuse lawsuits, aiming for a 'global resolution' for survivors.
Exclusive: The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, held clandestine talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Alaska to explore backchannel peace negotiations for the Ukraine conflict, the Independent can reveal.
A Russian archbishop's apology to Vladimir Putin for a 'rude' Alaska comment has ignited a firestorm, revealing the Kremlin's historical sensitivities and the complex state of US-Russia relations.
Cherry Vann, the new Archbishop of Wales, shares her vision for a more inclusive and progressive church in an exclusive interview.
A Nigerian archbishop stuns the world by declaring divine revelation of cures for deadly diseases, sparking both hope and scepticism.
The Church of England has appointed its first openly lesbian archbishop, marking a historic shift in its approach to LGBTQ+ clergy. The groundbreaking decision has sparked both celebration and controversy within the religious community.
The Archbishop of Wales is set to become the new Dean of Leicester Cathedral, marking a significant cross-border appointment within the Church of England.
Prominent ex-diplomats and religious leaders call on the UK government to formally recognise Palestine, citing humanitarian concerns in Gaza and long-term peace prospects.