Female pastor faces backlash for draping ‘un-Christian emblem’ over Communion table
A female pastor at an Anglican church in northeast England is facing widespread criticism for placing the trans-inclusive Progress Pride flag on a Communion table.

A female pastor at an Anglican church in northeast England is facing widespread criticism for placing the trans-inclusive Progress Pride flag on a Communion table.
Progressive members of the U.K. Parliament have introduced a formal call to abolish daily prayers in the House of Commons, a centuries old tradition, saying prayers are “not compatible with a society which respects the principle of freedom of and from religion.”
Delivering a speech in Germany, U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance criticized European governments for suppressing free speech and discriminating against Christians. He urged leaders across Europe to reverse the ongoing crackdown on conservative voices and religious freedoms.
The European Parliament has again demanded the release of a young Sufi Nigerian musician imprisoned for blasphemy, with advocates calling its second resolution on the case a "rare" move. Lawmakers urged Nigeria to free him immediately and repeal the blasphemy laws underpinning his detention.
The Church of England has granted former Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby permission to remain at Lambeth Palace for six months. He resigned on Jan. 6 but will continue living there while he arranges a new residence.
Alabama Pastor Allan Kendrick has announced his retirement after four decades of service, months after his grandson was charged with murdering five members of his family.
The Archdiocese of St. Louis rebuked comments made by Fr. Mitchell Doyen, who publicly opposed legislation that seeks to make permanent a ban on sex-change surgeries and related medical treatments for minors in Missouri.
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni thanked Jesus on national television moments after his team clinched the Super Bowl, saying, “Thank you, God, thank you, Jesus.”
ESPN’s College GameDay personality Pat McAfee paused his show this week and asked Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston to pray. Winston complied, offering a brief supplication that captured the moment.
Authorities in Spain have arrested a suspect as part of a homicide inquiry into the murder of a Boston-area priest while he was vacationing in that country. Investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding his death.