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After a long fast, Medieval Christendom typically celebrated the holiday with many days of raucous festivities

Christmas, celebrated on December 25th, commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, a central figure in Christianity. Its origins trace back to the 4th century, when the Church officially designated the date as Jesus’ birthday to coincide with existing pagan festivals like Saturnalia and the winter solstice, which celebrated the return…

The Children’s Society said it is committed to supporting survivors of abuse and accepting the donation would not be consistent with its principles.

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby will step down from his role in early January over his handling of the John Smyth scandal.

It comes following an investigation into the Church of England’s handling of a sexual abuse case.

Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell is due to take on many of the Archbishop of Canterbury’s functions when he quits on January 6.

Stephen Cottrell is due to take on many of the soon-to-step-down Archbishop of Canterbury’s official functions temporarily from early January

Stephen Cottrell is due to take on many of the soon-to-step-down Archbishop of Canterbury’s official functions temporarily from early January.

Stephen Cottrell is due to take on many of the soon-to-step-down Archbishop of Canterbury’s official functions temporarily from early next month