Blogging the Qur’an
July 8, 2008
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The Qur’an is the sacred book of Islam. In the view of Muslims it speaks to all humanity (not just those who believe) but its
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Bees at Lambeth Palace
July 8, 2008
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The bees are back at Lambeth Palace. Dr Rowan Williams, the Archbishop of Canterbury, sought out experts to set up hives in its grounds shortly after his appointment, and now there are 10.
The “peace pastor” is extreme
July 8, 2008
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Extreme Clergy is a reality-show on Canada’s Vision TV that follows a member of the clergy (priest, pastor or rabbi) with extreme dedication to helping
Roman Catholic reaction to women as bishops
July 8, 2008
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Reactions to the actions of the General Synod of the Church of England and the consecration of women as bishops continue although if all proceeds
Rethinking mission trips
July 8, 2008
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The Washington Post reports that churches are re-thinking expensive overseas mission trips that are seen by critics as “religious tourism” undertaken by “vacationaries.”
Support for the Archbishop
July 8, 2008
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Delegates attending the annual conference of USPG: Anglicans in World Mission have written to Archbishop Rowan Williams assuring him of their full support as he
The reform side of religious enthusiasm
July 7, 2008
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Ted Widmer writes in the New York Times magazine that the connection between liberals and evangelicals may be stronger than we think and as old as the nation.
CofE will permit women as bishops
July 7, 2008
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From The Times of London: The Church of England decided tonight to ordain women bishops with minimal concessions to protect opponents, despite the threat of a mass exodus of traditionalist clergy.
Reactions to Obama’s faith-based initiative
July 7, 2008
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Last Tuesday, presidential candidate Barack Obama attempted to reclaim the partnership between government and faith-based agencies, which he no doubt witnessed in his days as a community organizer, but six little words ignited an explosion he may not have anticipated.
Aspinall warns Jensen
July 7, 2008
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The Most Rev. Phillip Aspinall, Primate of the Australian Anglican Church, has warned the Archbishop of Sydney, Dr. Peter Jensen, that he risks a legal
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