On this day in 1991 in the case of R v R, the House of Lords unanimously overturned this centuries-old common law rule: "The husband of a woman cannot be guilty of an actual rape upon his wife on account of the matrimonial consent which she has given & which she cannot retract."

Today in St George’s Cathedral, Jerusalem, young Christians of our churches offered songs and music for peace in our deeply hurting land. They want to do something positive and beautiful when all we see is horrors and fear. They shared with us the heart of God.

The Jerusalem Heads of Churches have announced that because of the war many of our usual seasonal festivities will be cancelled across our areas. We will focus more on the spiritual meaning of Advent and Christmas. We will still shine the light of Christ into the darkness.

You'll understand why we are so excited about this. Here is another stage in the installation of #HibiscusRising by YINKA SHONIBARE CBE. Check LEEDS 2023 for our activities on Sat 25/11 to celebrate this big moment in remembering #DavidOluwale & his seeing his relevance today.

A Church of England Bishop is proposing legislation to provide a safe and legal route to the UK for those seeking asylum. cofe.io/VisaScheme

Antonia Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Please see our response: whiteribbon.org.uk/news/2023/11/3…

We are at least encouraged that our Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza is open again after two weeks enforced closure due to lack of supplies. Red Cross/Crescent supplies now received and so Al Ahli is the only functioning hospital in N Gaza. 1/2

WHO reported that several hundred patients remained in the hospital, too vulnerable to seek shelter elsewhere. Now supply of anaesthetics, emergency drugs and fuel for the generator mean that treatments can begin again. Hoping against hope that hostilities will not recommence.

The anguish of betrayal, surprise, and shocked disbelief are visible on Abel's bloodied face. Monday's Station continues our #Lent series with a look at Vices. Look at Rubens' depiction of intense Wrath, and read or listen to the commentary here: thevcs.org/campaign/hercu…

Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem condemn 'wanton attack against innocent civilians and call for the warring parties to reach an immediate and lengthy ceasefire that allows for the speedy disbursement of relief supplies throughout,,,Gaza' lpj.org/en/news/hoc-st…

Interview with Suheila Tarazi, Director of our Al Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza. ‘We never lose hope and we are looking for a ceasefire because in war there is no winning. We’re all losing, and this thing is urgent.’ anglicanjournal.com/anglican-owned…

As we mark Palm Sunday in our own contexts, Remember our sisters and brothers in the Holy Land

Curious about tomorrow's final work of art in our #Lent series? Keep an eye on our dedicated web page, and scroll to the bottom to sign up to our newsletter: thevcs.org/lent2024

Statement from many senior global church leaders: immediate ceasefire, end arms sales to Israel and call for all parties to abide by Convention on Crime of Genocide. Church leaders repent for their failure to stand with Palestinian Christians before. cmep.org/march-2024-int…

At our synod meeting in Amman we heard an incredibly moving testimony from Suheila Tarazi, Director of our Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza City. She summarised the traumatic experience of these past eight months. What she is doing with the remaining staff is nothing short of a miracle.

*Exciting news!* The Revd Dr Catherine Okoronkwo has been appointed by His Majesty the King as our new Residentiary Canon and Steward. Catherine will join us from Diocese of Bristol, and will be installed in September. Find out more: ow.ly/6SuG50S8o7U

So excited to welcome Catherine as a new colleague. Such a great appointment!

Few theologians have had as much impact on me as Jurgen Moltmann has. Didn’t always agree with him but did always appreciate the new horizons he made it possible to contemplate. 1926-2024 May he rest in peace.

Hats off to Julie Etchingham. Not an easy gig at all, them two clowns, multiple people in her ear, trying to make sure it's as equal as possible all whilst coordinating various questions and making sure they get some sort of 'acceptable' answer. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 #ITVDebate

Our landmark book revealed the cost of inequality. Fifteen years later, things have only got worse theguardian.com/commentisfree/…