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Anglicans at the United Nations urge states to work with churches to help migrants

The Anglican Communion's Representative at the United Nations in Geneva, the Revd Glen Ruffle, has addressed the United Nations Human Rights Council, asking states to work with churches to protect migrants.

25 June 2025

Archbishop of Jerusalem & the Middle East shares pastoral letter about conflict between Israel and Iran

The Most Reverend Dr Hosam E Naoum, Primate and President Bishop of the Province of Jerusalem & the Middle East, has issued a pastoral letter in response to conflict between Israel and Iran. 

19 June 2025

Diocese in Europe celebrates 30 years of the ordination of women priests

The Diocese in Europe is celebrating the 30th anniversary since the first women were ordained to the priesthood in the diocese. The Rt Revd Dr Jo Wells, Deputy Secretary General of the Anglican Communion, has been invited to preside at a celebratory service.  

19 June 2025

Multifaith group delivers ocean-positive declaration to UN officials

The third United Nations Oceans Conference (UNOC3) has concluded in Nice, France, at which Anglicans were represented as part of the multifaith group, Faiths for UNOC3.

13 June 2025

Churches from the Anglican Communion respond to the 8th Al-Ahli Gaza hospital attack

Anglican churches and voices respond to the news that Al-Ahli hospital in Gaza City was attacked for the 8th time since the Gaza conflict began.

09 June 2025

Anglicans attend the United Nations Ocean Conference as part of a multifaith group

The Anglican Communion is represented at the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) as part of Faiths for UNOC3.

09 June 2025

The Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem condemns Ahli hospital attack

The Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem condemns Ahli hospital attack

The Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem has shared a statement condemning an attack by Israeli forces on the Ahli hospital in Gaza City, which has killed 5 people. 

05 June 2025

Common liturgical celebration focused on creation explored at conference in Assisi

Representatives from 16 world Communions gathered in Assisi from May 5-7, to discuss the development of a common liturgical celebration focused on creation.

03 June 2025

Churches speak out about humanitarian need in Gaza

ACNS shares recent statements from Christian and humanitarian organisations on the conflict and hear from Anglicans who are providing healthcare and other aid in the region. 

28 May 2025

Pope Leo XIV shares commitment to Church unity in audience with faith representatives

Five Anglican Primates of the Anglican Communion have attended an audience with Pope Leo XIV today, and heard his deep commitment to Church unity.

 

19 May 2025