Bishop Thomas McMahon, Campaigner for Peace, Dies at 88
The Right Rev Thomas McMahon, Bishop of Brentwood for 38 years and a tireless campaigner for nuclear disarmament and social justice, has died aged 88. Read about his remarkable legacy.
The Right Rev Thomas McMahon, Bishop of Brentwood for 38 years and a tireless campaigner for nuclear disarmament and social justice, has died aged 88. Read about his remarkable legacy.
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Pope Leo XIV addresses Lebanese leaders, urging peace as highest priority. Read his powerful message about resilience and regional stability in our exclusive coverage.
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Robert Sullivan, an Alabama priest, has voluntarily left the priesthood after a woman alleged he provided financial support in exchange for 'private companionship' beginning when she was 17.
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Federal bankruptcy judge to decide if $230m settlement for 650 clergy abuse survivors is fair. Three-week trial begins amid parish financial concerns.
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Tribute to Howel Jones, who served 17 years as Liberal Democrat leader while maintaining Methodist faith and Liverpool FC devotion. Read his remarkable life story.
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