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Posted on Fri 5 May 2023

The Religious Significance of the Coronation - The Telegraph 4th May 2023

As preparations for the coronation of King CharlesIII have gained momentum, there have been the usual siren voices asking why it is necessary and questioning its Christian character and the role of the Church

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Posted on Thu 4 May 2023

Critics of a Christian Coronation forget the point of rituals

What would people rather have – a service replete with wisdom and symbolism from a shared history, or a secular ceremony of mere form?

As we approach Coronation day, there have been the usual siren voices aski…continue reading »

Posted on Thu 16 Mar 2023

Priestly Celibacy - The Telegraph 15th March 2023

Pope Francis is right to say that priestly celibacy is a precious gift to the Church and to the world served by the Church( Pope suggests he is open to reviewing priestly celibacy, 13March)- for those who are c…continue reading »

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