Pope and President Clash as War of Words Erupts Over Middle East Conflict
Two of the greatest seats of authority in the world — one secular, one sacred — have been at the centre of a dispute...
Church in Wales Makes Same-Sex Blessings Permanent after Decisive Vote
AÂ bill has been passed by the Church in Wales which will have a permanent effect on the blessing of same-sex marriages.
Since 2021, a temporary...
GAFCON and the Church of Ireland
The place of the Global Anglican Future Conference (GAFCON) within the life of the Church of Ireland has, until recently, been a background issue...
The Reverend Dr RSJ Houston McKelvey OBE (1942–2026)
Houston McKelvey was born in Muckamore, County Antrim, in September 1942. His parents were Robert and Annie McKelvey. Although his father was originally a...
The Gift of Wine
Sir, —
I very much enjoyed The Very Reverend Stephen Farrell’s article ‘In vino veritas’ in the March 2026 edition of the Gazette.
When I was...
The Format of the Gazette
Sir, —
I agree with your Dublin correspondent (Letters, March 2026). I feel sure a return to a simpler format would be the salvation of...
Portugese Memories
Sir, —
I was delighted to read the piece by The Reverend Canon Paul Arbuthnot in the April edition of the Gazette about the Lusitanian...
Israeli Settlers
Sir, —
The story of the pressure on the Tent of Nations Farm of the Nasser family by Israeli settlers aided by their army and...
Honesty in Church Matters
Sir, —
I read ‘Scars that Speak’ (Editorial, March 2026) with admiration, not least for its bold suggestion that the Church might try telling the...
First Woman Bishop Announces Retirement
The woman who made history as the first female bishop in Ireland and the United Kingdom has announced her retirement.
The Most Reverend Patricia Storey,...