Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey has witnessed nearly a millennium of British history – but many rituals, like those at royal funerals, aren’t so old
By Paul Hammer — September 20, 2022
(The Conversation) — A scholar of British history explains how the ornate church and its significance to the monarchy have changed over centuries.
Prince Charles calls for Middle East peace at service for persecuted Christians
By Catherine Pepinster — December 3, 2018
LONDON (RNS) — The plight of persecuted Christians is a cause that has become dear to the heir to the British throne.
Evensong sees a surge even as British church attendance declines
By Catherine Pepinster — August 30, 2017
(RNS) — From Westminster Abbey to small parish churches, the evensong service in Britain is attracting growing crowds of locals and tourists alike — some who come just for the music and atmosphere, others who appreciate the spirituality as well.
C.S. Lewis, more popular 50 years after his death than he was in life
By Sarah Pulliam Bailey — November 21, 2013
(RNS) “Name another author whose books are being sold more now than they were when they were alive,” said HarperOne's Mickey Maudlin. “His vision for the Christian life is seemingly simple while being very complex."
Westminster Abbey marks Kristallnacht anniversary with interfaith service
By Trevor Grundy — November 11, 2013
CANTERBURY, England (RNS) At an emotional worship service, considered one of the largest gatherings of Christians and Jews, some 1,600 British men and women filed into Westminster Abbey Sunday (Nov. 10) to mark the 75th anniversary of Kristallnacht.
Fifty years later, C.S. Lewis’ legacy shines in US, not his homeland
By Trevor Grundy — October 25, 2013
(RNS) C.S. Lewis may be the most popular Christian writer in history, but his influence is far greater in the U.S. than in his native Ireland. A conference on the 50th anniversary of his death will examine why.
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