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Reuters
2 days ago
- Business
- Reuters
Church of England plans record $2.2 bln spend after signs of revival
LONDON, June 9 (Reuters) - The Church of England will spend a record 1.6 billion pounds ($2.17 billion) over the next three years to boost clergy stipends and help cash-strapped parishes, it said on Monday, hoping to build on signs of a churchgoing revival among Britons. The 2026-2028 spending plan is 36% higher than the previous period and will help revitalise local churches and outreach after four years of growth in church attendance, the mother church of 85 million Anglicans worldwide said. A YouGov/Bible Society report this year found that a growing number of young men are attending church in Britain compared with before the COVID pandemic, upending an established trend of generational decline in Christianity across Western nations. The number of regular worshippers across 16,000 Anglican churches in Britain grew 1.2% to 1.02 million in 2024. The country's overall population is roughly 68 million. "Parishes and clergy are at the heart of everything we do in the Church ... It is also vital that we prioritise support for churches serving communities in the greatest need," the Church's interim leader, Archbishop Stephen Cottrell, said in the statement. The plans to increase stipends - payments made to clergy to cover their cost of living - by 10.7% next year will be financed by the Church Commissioners, who manage the institution's 11.1 billion endowment fund. That fund grew by 10.3% in 2024. The Church, under pressure over failures to handle child abuse complaints, said it would spend 30 million pounds on safeguarding work and confirmed 150 million pounds would be allocated to a redress scheme. A separate Church Commissioners' report estimated their reputational risk to be at an elevated level and warned of far-reaching impacts, as safeguarding failures undermine public confidence in the Church. ($1 = 0.7375 pounds)
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
What are Ember Days? Folklore, Old Farmer's Almanac say they could predict summer weather
Ever heard of Ember Days? Some churches use the week following a holy day for prayer, giving thanks and fasting. But according to the Old Farmer's Almanac, folklore holds that the Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays following four holidays each year can predict the next three months' weather. Here's what to know about Ember Days, when they fall this year and what the Old Farmer's Almanac says Mississippi can expect from summer weather in 2025. The first day of the astronomical season is Friday, June 20, 2025. Summer kicks off each year with the solstice, or longest day, and that can be June 20, 21 or 22. Meteorologists use June 1 as the first day of summer. Many Catholics and Anglicans observe Ember Days to mark the passing of the seasons, according to Old Farmer's Almanac. The Ember Days are the Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays following four specific holy days each year: Ash Wednesday, Pentecost, the Feast of the Holy Cross and the Feast of St. Lucy. Pentecost will be celebrated Sunday, June 8. It's based around Jesus Christ being betrayed on a Wednesday, crucified on a Friday and entombed on a Saturday, according to the almanac. In folklore, each Ember Day predicts the weather for a month in the upcoming season. Other superstitions include that it's unlucky to wash on an Ember Day, and rain on one brings three weeks of more precipitation. The upcoming Ember Days are: Summer: June 11, 13 and 14. Fall: Sept. 17, 19 and 20. Winter: Dec. 17, 19 and 20. More: Want to stay cool, save money in MS all summer? Set your AC thermostat at best temperature It's early to get an accurate forecast ahead of the June Ember Days. In its daily outlook, AccuWeather calls for rain in Jackson on all three dates, as of June 5. The following week has some clouds and storms, but most of the rest of the month looks sunny. June 11: High of 83, low of 68. A cloudy morning with afternoon thunderstorms. June 13: High of 89, low of 70. Cloudy and humid with thunderstorms later in the day. June 14: High of 86, low of 73. Sun and clouds with a strong thunderstorm in the morning and more in the afternoon. The Old Farmer's Almanac defines the Deep South (Region 8) as Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama. Temperatures are expected to be "significantly higher" than usual. Overall, the almanac expects the region to get less rain than usual and advises preparing for a heat wave early. Hot enough for ya'? Here are all-time record high temperatures from around Mississippi The Atlantic hurricane season started June 1, and the Old Farmer's Almanac plans to update its forecast in the coming weeks. But the long-range forecast calls for people along the Gulf Coast to watch for tropical storms in mid-July. They say the highest chance of a hurricane hitting Louisiana will be in late August. According to the AccuWeather early forecast map for the Atlantic hurricane season, yes. It's possible the Magnolia State could be affected by the 2025 hurricane season. A map of potential landfall locations shows three spots where hurricanes might make landfall and affect Mississippi. One appears to be on the coast, along the border with Louisiana. Another two are low on the toe of the Louisiana boot. A hurricane path heading northeast from those points would likely go through Mississippi. But remember that landfall isn't the only worry with a hurricane. Storm surges, wind, flooding and tornadoes can pair with a storm well into its journey over landlocked areas. Mississippi weather See AccuWeather 2025 hurricane season forecast, know what to expect in Mississippi, see storm names In an internal review of how well they predicted the 2023-24 winter, the almanac gave itself about an 80% accuracy rate. They say they're looking at long-range predictions to help people like farmers, gardeners and event planners make decisions in advance, not give an accurate day-to-day weather forecast. The Old Farmer's Almanac has helped people plan their year since 1792, and a University of Illinois study of the almanac's accuracy published in 1981 found only about 50% accuracy for rain and precipitation forecasts over five years. For winter 2024-25, they predicted an Artic blast for late January and early February. We did have several days of brutal cold and historic snow along the Gulf coast, but it happened earlier in the year. The forecasters look at "science, climatology and meteorology." They compare temperature and precipitation to a rolling 30-year average to predict based on trends. In addition to solar activity, they're watching: The La Niña phase of the ENSO (El Nino/Southern Oscillation). A warm Atlantic Multidecadal Oscillation (AMO. A cool Pacific Decadal Oscillation (PDO). Stratospheric winds around the equator called the the Quasi-Biennial Oscillation (QBO). Bonnie Bolden is the Deep South Connect reporter for Mississippi with Gannett/USA Today. Email her at bbolden@ This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Folklore, Old Farmer's Almanac: Ember Days will predict summer weather
GMA Network
5 days ago
- GMA Network
Seven Church of England priests face disciplinary process over abuse scandal
The Church of England - central to 85 million Anglicans worldwide - has been in crisis over safeguarding the vulnerable since a November report said ex-leader Archbishop Justin Welby had taken insufficient action to stop a prolific abuser. LONDON, United Kingdom - Seven Church of England priests, including a former senior bishop, will face disciplinary proceedings over safeguarding failures in the first such move since Archbishop Justin Welby was forced to stand down last year over a child abuse scandal. Former Archbishop George Carey, who was in February named in a list of 10 historic cases that would be considered by an independent judicial process, would not face any further action, the Church also said in an update published on Thursday. The Church of England - central to 85 million Anglicans worldwide - has been in crisis over safeguarding the vulnerable since a November report said ex-leader Welby had taken insufficient action to stop a prolific abuser. In February it identified 10 cases that should be independently re-examined because they had happened too long ago to be considered by the Church's usual processes. Former Bishop of Durham Paul Butler - who held one of the most senior bishoprics in the Church from 2014 to 2024 - is among those facing disciplinary proceedings. That process could result in penalties such as a permanent ban from ministry. Butler was responsible for safeguarding oversight in 16,000 Anglican churches in the country from 2010-2016. The proceedings against him and others form the next stage of the Church's efforts to restore trust following November's review. Welby, who stepped down within a month of the review's publication, is not facing disciplinary procedures. While the Church has repeated its commitment to taking seriously its response to the review, its governing body stopped short of backing a fully independent safeguarding model to handle complaints in February. — Reuters
Winnipeg Free Press
5 days ago
- General
- Winnipeg Free Press
New Anglican bishop believes background, experience will help in new role
Anglicans in Manitoba and northwestern Ontario have selected the first Black person to be their bishop — and the first who was born in Africa. Naboth Manzongo, 40, currently rector at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in downtown Winnipeg, was elected to be the 14th bishop of the Diocese of Rupert's Land last Saturday. He succeeds Geoffrey Woodcroft, who stepped down for health reasons. Naboth Manzongo was elected to be the 14th bishop of the Diocese of Rupert's Land on May 31. He says he hopes he can be 'an inspiration to Black youth, and to youth from other marginalized communities.' (Ryan Turner photo) Manzongo, who came to Canada from Zimbabwe seven years ago, had previously served as priest at St. Luke's Anglican Church in Dryden, Ont. He arrived at Holy Trinity in September. Manzongo, who is married with three children, will begin his new role as bishop in September. Being the first Black and African bishop is both a burden and an opportunity, in his view. 'It's a burden to be the first of anything,' he said, adding he can be an inspiration to Black youth and to youth from other marginalized communities. His immigrant experience will help him relate to other immigrants and refugees in Manitoba, he said. Manzongo acknowledged he wasn't keen on letting his name stand for bishop when it was first suggested, because he had just started his new job at Holy Trinity, and because of his young family, with children ages 11, seven and nine months. 'I never thought I would be chosen,' he said. 'But when God calls, you can't resist.' Manzongo is sorry to be leaving Holy Trinity when plans are in the works to repair the historic building and save it for future generations. 'It's a bittersweet time for Holy Trinity,' he said. 'They are happy for me, but sad for themselves.' As he looks ahead to his new role, there are a number of challenges and opportunities on his mind. 'The diocese is increasingly diverse,' he said. 'I want to be a bridge builder, to create space for dialogue between the various groups.' He also wants to keep building bridges to other faith groups. 'Too many wars have been fought over religion,' he said. 'I want to look for the values that unite us all, the glue that connects us, see what we can learn from each other.' Then there are the challenges of an aging membership and buildings that are old and costly to maintain and repair, along with financial issues. 'I have deep respect for tradition, but I want to be open to innovation,' he said of how he hopes to approach those issues. 'I want to look at the structures of the church, see what works for us today, and see what new things need to be brought to the table.' One issue that divides some Anglicans is welcoming and affirming LGBTTQ+ people. Manzongo marched in Sunday's Pride Parade. 'All are created in the image of God… I see God in every person,' he said. 'My goal is to welcome everyone, not to say who is in and who is out. As a person of colour, I can understand what it is like to be marginalized, I can empathize.' Noting that the issue also divides Anglicans in North America and Europe from many Anglicans elsewhere, Manzongo said he might be able to play a role in bridging that divide. Wednesdays A weekly dispatch from the head of the Free Press newsroom. 'Maybe I can be a connector… I understand both contexts, north and south, having lived in both. There are many things we in Canada don't understand about Christians in the global south, and many things they don't understand about us.' Wilson Akinwale is rector at St. Bartholomew Anglican Church and St. George's Anglican Church in Transcona and national President of Black Anglicans of Canada. He welcomes Manzongo's election. 'It shows the church is not only ready to speak about diversity, but to act, a church that is willing to practise what it preaches.' faith@ The Free Press is committed to covering faith in Manitoba. If you appreciate that coverage, help us do more! Your contribution of $10, $25 or more will allow us to deepen our reporting about faith in the province. Thanks! BECOME A FAITH JOURNALISM SUPPORTER John LonghurstFaith reporter John Longhurst has been writing for Winnipeg's faith pages since 2003. He also writes for Religion News Service in the U.S., and blogs about the media, marketing and communications at Making the News. Read full biography Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider becoming a subscriber. Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
Seven Church of England priests face disciplinary process over abuse scandal
By Muvija M LONDON (Reuters) -Seven Church of England priests, including a former senior bishop, will face disciplinary proceedings over safeguarding failures in the first such move since Archbishop Justin Welby was forced to stand down last year over a child abuse scandal. Former Archbishop George Carey, who was in February named in a list of 10 historic cases that would be considered by an independent judicial process, would not face any further action, the Church also said in an update published on Thursday. The Church of England - central to 85 million Anglicans worldwide - has been in crisis over safeguarding the vulnerable since a November report said ex-leader Welby had taken insufficient action to stop a prolific abuser. In February it identified 10 cases that should be independently re-examined because they had happened too long ago to be considered by the Church's usual processes. Former Bishop of Durham Paul Butler - who held one of the most senior bishoprics in the Church from 2014 to 2024 - is among those facing disciplinary proceedings. That process could result in penalties such as a permanent ban from ministry. Butler was responsible for safeguarding oversight in 16,000 Anglican churches in the country from 2010-2016. The proceedings against him and others form the next stage of the Church's efforts to restore trust following November's review. Welby, who stepped down within a month of the review's publication, is not facing disciplinary procedures. While the Church has repeated its commitment to taking seriously its response to the review, its governing body stopped short of backing a fully independent safeguarding model to handle complaints in February.
