Scotland bans public worship for second time during COVID-19 crisis

Jan 5, 2021 by

by Dorothy Cummings McLean, LifeSite: Scotland has banned public worship across the country for the second time since the coronavirus crisis started almost a year ago. Speaking from Holyrood, Scotland’s devolved parliament, First Minister...

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Worshippers urged to reserve seats as Christmas services reach capacity

Dec 15, 2020 by

by Chantalle Edmunds, Premier: Those wishing to attend services this Christmas time are being encouraged not to leave it too late to book their seats as church buildings reach capacity. The Church of England has advised churches to set up...

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‘Let us disobey’: Churches defy lockdown with secret meetings

Nov 22, 2020 by

by Harriet Sherwood, Guardian: Gathering in barns, cafes and bookshops, worshippers are flocking to illegal services around the country. It sounds like the build-up to an illegal rave. Invitations are passed by word of mouth to trusted...

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Sing, pray and be of good cheer

Nov 22, 2020 by

by John Musgrave, The Conservative Woman: THE Feast of Christ the King today heralds one of the strangest Advents amidst the confusion of our times. Advent starts on November 29 but already children and adults are alarmed at talk of plans...

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Action against actions

Oct 15, 2020 by

by Stephen Kneale: I have nothing against all-age services and that. Of course I don’t. We do them ourselves. I think there are some very good things about them. If they are done right, I don’t think they have to be to the detriment of...

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Songs of praise as £2m lifeline helps preserve cathedral choir tradition

Jul 13, 2020 by

by Harriet Sherwood, Guardian: With professional singers on furlough and income plunging, a £2m fund from the Church Commissioners eases fears for the future. For almost four months their voices have been heard only from bedrooms and...

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