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Pope Francis RIP

Regional and national Church leaders have responded to the death of His Holiness Pope Francis yesterday. His Grace the Most Revd Bernard Longley, Archbishop of Birmingham, said, ‘As the remarkable pontificate of Pope Francis comes to a close all the faithful, Religious and clergy of our Archdiocese join in praying for the repose of his … Read more

Birmingham leaders among the signatories on an Open Letter from Women of Faith on Assisted Dying

Birmingham Leaders are among those who have signed an Open Letter from Women of Faith on Assisted Dying. For more information read this post from Theos ThinkTank HERE. “We write as a group of women of faith from different traditions and backgrounds passionate about care for people in vulnerable situations, many of whom have dedicated … Read more

Being Missional Today

Inspiring fresh thinking in today’s church Are you passionate about local church mission? Do you want to connect with others who are reimagining what it means to be ‘missional’ in today’s complex society? Join the ‘Being Missional Today’ ecumenical conference, sponsored by Coventry Cathedral, the Church Urban Fund, the Iona Community and Reconciliation Initiatives. Why … Read more

Church Leaders’ Joint Statement

21 senior leaders of Churches based in and around the West Midlands have signed a joint statement ahead of the General Election of 4 July. In the joint statement, the Church leaders acknowledge the sacrifice involved for all who offer themselves for election to public office. They encourage each Parliamentary candidate to commit to work … Read more

Rick Wakeman to open CRE Midlands 23

Legendary rock star Rick Wakeman will open the Christian Resources Exhibition at Cranmore Park in Solihull, near Birmingham (10am, Wed 8 Nov). Wakeman, famous for his piano arrangement of the Eleanor Farjeon hymn ‘Morning Has Broken’, was baptised at South Harrow Baptist Church. He then became a Sunday School teacher before attending the Royal College … Read more

Prayers for Ukraine

In response to the invasion of Ukraine, Church Leaders are offering Prayers Church of England The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby and Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell have condemned the Russian attack on Ukraine as ‘an act of great evil.’ They are urging Christians to make this Sunday a special day of prayer for Ukraine, … Read more