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Sunday: Greyfriars Bobby; Jehovah's Witness; the New Archbishop of York

12/07/2020

Greyfriars Bobby; Jehovah's Witness; the New Archbishop of York

BBC Radio 4 - Sunday, Greyfriars Bobby; Jehovah's Witness; the New Archbishop of York

A look at the ethical and religious issues of the week with Emily Buchanan.

Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh is well known for the statue of the small Skye terrier, Greyfriars Bobby. It commemorates the dog’s loyalty after it guarded the grave of his owner for 14 years.  Celebrations to mark the 400th anniversary have been cancelled because of Corona virus but the Rev Richard Frazer, Minister of Greyfriars Kirk, tells Emily why people are being encouraged to model their own statues of the iconic dog as part of the celebrations. 

In August the Jehovah’s Witnesses will give evidence to the Independent Inquiry Into Child Sex Abuse. Submissions will also be heard from survivors who have criticised the church’s handling of abuse allegations. Their appearance comes as campaigners around the world are questioning why the religion is restructuring the organisation and selling off substantial amounts of property. Sunday’s - David Cook has been investigating.

The newly confirmed Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell joins Emily to talk about the challenges he faces post pandemic in the Church, the needs of the  North and the faith of the nation.

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