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The BBC's portrayal of vicars has evolved from bumbling fools to sexy priests, but it still misses the mark
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (1178+ words) A dubious claim about an archbishop's complaint over The Archers reveals the BBC's troubled relationship with religious programming. The corporation consistently misunderstands people of faith, says Rev George Pitcher Trying to get the dogs fed before presiding at an early…...
Mullally could end the gay marriage debate by letting churches decide
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (385+ words) To grasp the biggest issue facing the Church of England, the new Archbishop of Canterbury is going to need drive, determination and the resolve to do something radical, says Rev George Pitcher It's perhaps a sign of the diminished status…...
Unity is the biggest casualty in the Church of England's sexuality wars
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (891+ words) After several years of fractious debate, the Cof E's consultation on sexuality and marriage officially draws to a close this month with no clear'conclusions. Living in Love and Faith (LLF) has left the Church more divided than ever, says Rev…...