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2 weeks ago | 
premierchristian.news | Kelly Valencia
Scotland’s first female bishop, Rt Rev Anne Dyer, has pledged to restore trust within her church following allegations of bullying.
Suspended in 2022 and facing a disciplinary tribunal, the Scottish Episcopal Church's Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney was cleared when the church’s procurator decided there was insufficient public interest to proceed. She has since begun a phased return to work.
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2 weeks ago | 
premierchristian.news | Kelly Valencia
The Holy See Press Office has confirmed that the Pope is recovering as expected by his doctors.
Vatican officials reported that his condition remains stable, with slight improvements in his respiratory function, mobility, and voice. He continues with treatment and physical therapy, requiring less supplemental oxygen and using high-flow oxygenation at night as needed.
The update follows his first public appearance since leaving the hospital on 23rd March.
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2 weeks ago | 
premierchristian.news | Kelly Valencia
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has announced it will end its 50-year partnership with the federal government to help refugees and migrant children, following the halt of funding by the Trump administration.
The USCCB will not renew agreements to provide services to refugees and unaccompanied migrant children, with programs ending by the end of September.
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2 weeks ago | 
premierchristian.news | Kelly Valencia
The Charity Commission is assessing whether an investigation into Youth With A Mission (YWAM) is warranted, following recent safeguarding allegations.
In a statement to Premier, the watchdog confirmed it had received multiple reports about several national YWAM branches, their activities, and the experiences of those involved in the movement.
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2 weeks ago | 
premierchristian.news | Kelly Valencia
The Welsh Government has formally responded to the concerns raised by the Archbishop of Wales, Most Rev Andrew John, regarding the quality of rivers in Wales.
In November, the Archbishop convened the national summit Restoring Welsh Rivers through the Church in Wales, which brought together more than 90 participants, including scientists, farmers, environmentalists, and water industry representatives.
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2 weeks ago | 
premierchristian.news | Kelly Valencia
Over 100 female faith leaders are urging MPs to carefully consider the potential impact of the assisted dying bill on vulnerable women.
In an open letter, they warn that the bill lacks adequate safeguards to protect women who have experienced gender-based violence or abuse by a partner.
The letter, published by the Christian think tank Theos, argues that the legislation could put these women at greater risk, potentially making it easier for them to end their lives.
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2 weeks ago | 
premierchristian.news | Kelly Valencia
Pope Francis has appointed Bishop John Sherrington as the next Roman Catholic Archbishop of Liverpool.
Bishop Sherrington will transition from the Diocese of Westminster to succeed the Rt Rev Malcolm McMahon OP, who has held the position since May 2014.
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2 weeks ago | 
premierchristian.news | Kelly Valencia
Youth With a Mission (YWAM), the world’s largest Christian youth missionary organisation, is facing allegations of spiritual abuse and controlling behaviour.
An investigation by The Observer has revealed significant safeguarding failures, with former members describing experiences of public shaming, forced rituals to "cure" homosexuality, and pressure to remain within the organisation despite personal objections.
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2 weeks ago | 
premierchristian.news | Kelly Valencia
Hailey Bieber has reportedly asked her family to pray for her husband, Justin Bieber, as he faces a spiral of health issues.
Sources close to the pop star have revealed that he has been "not sleeping" and "hardly eating," causing significant distress, particularly for his wife, Hailey.
An insider told Radar Online: "Hailey has asked everyone around her to bathe Justin in prayer. She can't pull him out of this. People close to him don't think even he can pull himself out of this.
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2 weeks ago | 
premierchristian.news | Kelly Valencia
The Catholic Church is investigating the online sale of purported relics of soon-to-be-saint Carlo Acutis, the first millennial to be canonised.
Italian police are working to crack down on the illicit trade, as Church law prohibits the sale of relics, which are typically fragments of a saint's body or clothing.
Acutis, who died in 2006 at age 15, has become a target for relic sales, with items such as locks of his hair being auctioned for thousands of euros.
