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Justin Welby: I forgive John Smyth but feel deep sense of failure over abuse scandal

The former archbishop of Canterbury has given his first interview since his resignation.

Evening Standard · Mar 30, 2025

Justin Welby says he forgives abuser Smyth and tells of ‘personal failure’

The former archbishop of Canterbury has given his first interview since his resignation.

The Independent UK · Mar 30, 2025

Justin Welby ‘overwhelmed’ by number of child abuse allegations in church

He has given first interview since his resignation

The Independent UK · Mar 29, 2025

Hospitalised Pope Marks 12 Years In Job With Future Uncertain

Pope Francis marks 12 years as head of the Catholic Church on Thursday, seemingly out of danger after a month in hospital but with his health casting a shadow over his future.

International Business Times · Mar 13, 2025

Mormon church rocked by child sexual abuse allegations in California

Look-back window results in nearly 100 allegations against the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

The Guardian - US · Mar 8, 2025

Stable But Still Seriously Ill, Pope Francis Misses Start Of Lent

Catholic cardinals in Rome marked the start of the Lent religious season on Wednesday without Pope Francis, as the 88-year-old spent his 20th day in hospital seriously ill with pneumonia.

International Business Times · Mar 5, 2025

Abducting women: early modern Europe’s solution to marital problems

Post-Medieval Europe (from the 16th to the 18th century), was when the patriarchal family became the entrenched norm. In this context, arranging marriages for women was a very important social strategy for sustaining family, lineage, and the community. The last word on the subject was, like practically all other decisions,…

The Conversation · Mar 4, 2025

How Is A New Pope Chosen: Everything You Need To Know About Conclave

As Pope Francis, who is 88 years old, continues to battle health issues, the question of what will happen next for the Catholic Church is more pressing than ever.

International Business Times UK · Mar 4, 2025

Minister: Abuse victims deserve change rather than lamenting and repenting

Home Office minister Jess Phillips made the remarks in response to calls for independent safeguarding in the Church of England.

Evening Standard · Mar 3, 2025

Archbishop selection panel must not be implicated in safeguarding failures – MP

A successor to Justin Welby will be chosen by the Crown Nominations Commission.

Evening Standard · Feb 27, 2025