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Sudan

Justice & Advocacy African woman priest in robes in a Cathedral Justice & Advocacy

“Remember the Sudanese people in your personal prayers and in your Sunday service intercessions”

“Despite what people may read or hear in the media, the war in Sudan is not about religion. In 2021 when my Anglican priest father was murdered — at a time when the unrest, that led to the war, started — Muslims and Christians gathered for his funeral. My priest father was beloved by the whole community. The war is about resources — about access to gold and oil,” says The Rev’d Rebecca King

The Rev'd John Roundhill, with mother Patricia Roundhill, on the day of his ordination to the priesthood on 3 July 1994 in Blackburn Cathedral
Reflections

Celebrating 30 years of Bishop John's priestly ministry

During this week when Bishop John Roundhill celebrates his 30th anniversary of ordination to the priesthood and his birthday, 14 people from across our Diocese and the wider Anglican Communion share their highlights serving alongside him and identify what makes him such a great priest and leader
International

Ecumenical solidarity: standing with Sudan in times of crisis

Since April 2023, Sudan has faced a harrowing humanitarian emergency due to clashes between the Sudan Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The consequences have been dire: millions displaced, basic necessities scarce, healthcare inaccessible, and education disrupted. Over 7.4 million people are displaced, making it the largest internal displacement crisis globally

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