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In 1995
David W. Virtue, D.D., established VIRTUEONLINE, an Episcopal/Anglican Online News Service dedicated to serving orthodox Anglicans around the globe. The service has successfully reached nearly 4 million readers across 204 countries.
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David W. Virtue


Pope Dies // Francis’s Legacy Analyzed // King Charles Dumbs Down Easter // UK Court Rules Against Trans Madness // Iran: Christianity rises as Islam falls // CofE Reparations Slammed //
Tanzania Archbishop Denied Access to Zanzibar Cathedral over Easter Christ is risen! So what is next? If Jesus is risen then put your...


Roman Catholic Liberals and Anglican Revisionists Have Much in Common
Traditional Catholics and Orthodox Anglicans quietly bond but theological differences remain COMMENTARY By David W. Virtue, DD...


When Christians Get It Wrong on the Holocaust
By David W. Virtue, DD www.virtueonline.org April 22, 2025 Sometimes people on my side of the fence get it wrong, fearfully wrong, and...
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Roman Catholic Liberals and Anglican Revisionists Have Much in Common
Traditional Catholics and Orthodox Anglicans quietly bond but theological differences remain COMMENTARY By David W. Virtue, DD...


When Christians Get It Wrong on the Holocaust
By David W. Virtue, DD www.virtueonline.org April 22, 2025 Sometimes people on my side of the fence get it wrong, fearfully wrong, and...


The Disastrous Reign of Justin Welby. His Decisions Destroyed the Church of England.
Five leaders weigh in on Welby’s tenure. Not one has a good word to say about him. COMMENTARY By David W. Virtue, DD...
News From Around the World


Pope Francis’ Sharp Left Turn Toward Heresy
Pontiff’s unprecedented declaration permitting priests to offer same-sex blessings shocked the world By Jules Gomes THE STREAM April...


SEDE VACANTE: THE POPE HAS DIED
Who will next wear the shoes of the fisherman? By Mary Ann Mueller VOL Special Correspondent www.virtueonline.org April 21, 2025 Sede...


Why Iranians Are Rejecting Islam And Embracing Christianity
By John Mac Ghlionn RELIGION UNPLUGGED April 14, 2025 (ANALYSIS) Churches burned to the ground. Pastors executed in public squares....
Church of England


UK: Should the Church Commissioners pay slavery reparations?
By Ian Paul https://www.psephizo.com April 10, 2025 Project Spire is the name that has been given to the Church Commissioner’s...


The Background Story to Justin Welby
By Dr. Marianne Leeds Special to VIRTUEONLINE www.virtueonline.org April 9, 2025 Welby did not read Theology at Cambridge. He studied...


Love your neighbour…unless they’re an archbishop?
By Rev. Dr. Christopher Landau Premier Christian News 4 April 2025 Newcastle Cathedral has cancelled a planned speaking appearance by...
Viewpoints by David Virtue


Pope Dies // Francis’s Legacy Analyzed // King Charles Dumbs Down Easter // UK Court Rules Against Trans Madness // Iran: Christianity rises as Islam falls // CofE Reparations Slammed //
Tanzania Archbishop Denied Access to Zanzibar Cathedral over Easter Christ is risen! So what is next? If Jesus is risen then put your...


Largest/Fastest Shift in U.S. History // Church Attendance on Rise // New ABC Could Be a Woman // Welby Wobbles Again // ACNA Archbishop Urges Fidelity to the Gospel // ACNA gets new Bishop //
Florida Diocese Tries 3rd time to elect Bishop // Nigeria Worst Christian Killing Field // 1 in 12 Christians Face Deportation “No man...


VIRTUEONLINE VIEWPOINTS MARCH 21, 2025
Church in Disarray // Evangelical Christian imprisoned over “they/them” rejection // GAFCON Primates Miss Moment to Diss Canterbury // NY...
Culture Wars


The UK Court Ruling Shutting Down Trans Madness Is a Welcome Respite
By John Zmirak THE STREAM April 17, 2025 Imagine if in the Gospel narrative of the Gadarene swine, at some point along their thunderous...


Will America Rescue the United Kingdom Again?
By Gavin Ashenden THE STREAM April 11, 2025 We were warned that the Left was conducting a long march through the institutions in...


Sociologist's new book explains why organized religion has lost relevancy
(RNS) — Christian Smith’s research shows traditional religion isn’t just declining. It’s culturally obsolete. “Why Religion Went...
As Eye See It


René Girard and the Paganization of Western Civilization
By Dave Doveton, ANGLICAN MAINSTREAM ...


Is Pope Francis a lamppost to perdition?
At the moment of death, he faced God By Mary Ann Mueller VOL Special Correspondent www.virtueonline.org April 22, 2025 Pope Francis...


GOD’S PROVIDENCE AND HUMAN LEADERSHIP
Bruce Atkinson, PhD www.virtueonline.org April 23, 2025 We beseech thee also so to rule the hearts of those who bear the authority of...
Reformation and Renewal


Can PB Sean Rowe and his bishops turn the Episcopal Church Around? Is aligning itself with the culture a winning strategy?
By David W. Virtue, DD www.virtueonline.org December 13, 2024 A lot is being made of culture, realignment and restructuring as churches...


Children’s charity rejects Christmas donation from Archbishop Justin Welby
The Children’s Society said it is committed to supporting survivors of abuse and accepting the donation would not be consistent with its...
Theology, History and Science


CHURCH IS NOT AN OPTIONAL EXTRA FOR CHRISTIANS
By Chuck Collins www.virtueonline.org April 25, 2025 “Church” isn’t an optional extra for Christians. Anglicans understand that church...


The Poor Always With Us
By David G. Duggan © Special to Virtueonline www.virtueonline.org April 18, 2025 There’s very little in life that I hate more than...


The Lord's Prayer and Petition
Integrated Study Guide By Bryan Hollon April 5, 2025 This session is part of the multi-post Study Guide titled "Learning to Pray with...
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