The General Synod of the Anglican Church also backed a ban on conversion therapy. Some members say deep theological discussions are being left out. 

Political and religious leaders heavily criticise the decision. France, Germany and Italy reject Trump’s assertion that the climate deal can be redrafted.

“We pray for those caught in fear today”, says the Evangelical Alliance UK after the London attack. Archbishop Justin Welby calls to pray for “all those grieving loved ones.”

The Archbishop of Canterbury has launched the “Thy Kingdom Come” campaign, which aims to encourage believers to intercede for their communities and evangelise.

Pastor Sam Allberry defends biblical vision of marriage at Church of England General Synod. Read the transcript of his testimony.

The motion was passed by one vote. General Secretary admits: “We have a long road ahead to restore our common life”. The new policy cannot come into effect before 2020. 

In France, some football players not only fight to lift the tournament trophy for their national teams but also bear testimony of their faith in Jesus.

The campaign is “about breaking down barriers and challenging misconceptions” during Ramadan (6 June- 6 July), Islamic Relief said. In November, a Church of England video featuring the Lord’s prayer was banned from cinemas.

Sunday trading hours will remain the same at present after MPs voted by 317 votes to 286, to dismiss the proposal. Religious leaders were against it too.

Churches which support the criminalisation of homosexuality could face “consequences”, Justin Welby warned. Anglican leaders also emphasised the importance of evangelising children and youth.

In the UK, 46% of adults of all backgrounds say they have no religion, according to a poll made by the Lancaster University. 99% do not take part in any religious group or form of collective worship.

The historic agreement recognises their long-standing ecumenical partnership and lays the groundwork for future joint projects.

Hundreds of thousands have seen the video on Youtube. Prominent atheist Richard Dawkins and Prime Minister David Cameron show support for the Church of England initiative.

A one-minute film showing several believers reciting the Lord's Prayer has gone viral after cinemas in the UK decided to ban it. The Church of England encourages to use the #justpray hasthag to share prayers worldwide.

An exhaustive study shows that 2 in 5 believe Jesus is a myth. Evangelical Alliance, Church of England and Hope encourage churches to “understand the landscape we are in.”

Bishop Trevor Willmott calls on Prime Minister to “soften” rhetoric towards the migrants, and deal with the problem in a "non-hostile way".

Vicar of Lancaster Priory proposes motion for General Synod to consider ceremony to mark a person’s gender transition.

“The Church has a moral responsibility to speak and act on both environmental stewardship and justice for the world's poor who are most vulnerable to climate change.”

The UK's first husband and wife team of bishops has been created with the appointment of a new Bishop of Hull.

“We are extremely grateful for this positive outcome, but admit that we have had to learn several hard lessons”, says Youth With A Mission England team in a statement. 

The Church of England has consecrated Libby Lane in a ceremony at York Minster.

“We expect to hear from the UK Visas and Immigration office shortly”, said the charity. “We have been very encouraged by the support and prayers we have had expressed regarding our visa sponsorship licence”.

Lambeth Palace announces appointment just four weeks after General Synod voted to allow women to become bishops.