I am most aware of every occasion on which members of the Church, or the Church as a whole, have failed — most especially when the vulnerable have been abused
Richard Moth at his installation as Archbishop of Westminster, 14 February
In a world marked by division and uncertainty, the call to unity flows from the heart of the Gospel itself. Our traditions are not weakened by friendship. They are deepened when we walk together in charity, honesty, and truth
Sarah Mullally, Archbishop of Canterbury, speaking at Archbishop Richard Moth’s installation
Today, politics is being reset around questions of religion and identity. Over the coming years we will witness profound community upheaval and religious strife
Jon Cruddas, the Spectator website, 15 February
This season invites us to consider our ending and our beginning and look forward to the abundance of spring, and, for those of us who follow Jesus, the abundance of life that Jesus’ dying and rising bring to the world
Stephen Cottrell, Archbishop of York, Pause for Thought, Radio 2, 17 February
This week something rare happens — the start of Lent and Ramadan coincide. For both Christians and Muslims, it’s a time of fasting, prayer and renewal. While some may choose to focus on our differences, in London we’ll be united by our desire to deepen our connections with what matters most. Wishing peace and blessings to everyone observing Lent and Ramadan this year, all over the world
Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, X, 18 February
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