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The imam participated in an interview in SVT's Uppdrag review, which led to the mosque holding a crisis meeting and dismissing the person.
Uppsala mosque has decided to separate one of its imams from his position, something that P4 Uppland was the first to report. The message was given after a crisis meeting that was held shortly after the information became known to the mosque, they write in a press release. The background is statements that the person made in connection with an interview in SVT's Uppdrag review, which was done on Wednesday.
The mosque has not stated what the statements consisted of, but it is emphasized that the action violates the management's regulations, values and internal guidelines.
In a press release, the mosque regrets what happened and writes that all representatives and employees must respect and follow legislation as well as the association's statutes, guidelines and policy.
Mission review's program in which the now-fired imam participates is scheduled to be published on November 11.
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In an open letter to the church meeting, 126 priests have expressed their opposition to a motion that aims to make it clear that the Church of Sweden marries couples regardless of gender. They believe that the current decision from 2009 is sufficient and that a forced marriage would affect both priests and same-sex couples. The motion was formally rejected, but the committee has tasked the church board to draw up a proposal in line with the motion's intentions by 2028. In response, 117 priests have written a letter supporting the motion. A decision is expected in mid-November.
After 43 years, a new Swedish translation of the New Testament is published, translated by Dan Nässelqvist, who describes the work as the most enjoyable of his professional life. Free copies are distributed on the first Advent by the Church of Sweden.

After the election, a new translation of the New Testament is launched, which raises debate about gender-inclusive language and culture wars in Sweden. The author reflects on his upbringing in a revival environment and criticizes both the evangelical influence and the need for a less trend-sensitive discussion about the literary and linguistic value of the biblical texts.
After 45 years, a new Swedish translation of the New Testament with updated language is presented. In Jönköping, the bookstore Nya Musik has received around 2,000 pre-orders.

Anders Göranzon, secretary general of the Swedish Bible Society, launches the new translation of the New Testament NT 2026 on the 500th anniversary of the first Swedish Bible. The translation uses the principle of concordance, which leads to Judas and Pilate both 'handing over' Jesus, and Paul calling himself the 'slave of Christ Jesus'. Changes include gendered wording such as 'brothers and sisters' and a more precise description of disability. The launch will take place at the book fair in Gothenburg on September 24, with 200,000 copies to be distributed at the first advent, despite the fact that the translation has not yet been approved by the Synod.
The cathedral chapter has written off the matter surrounding the recruitment of Birgitta Ed to the cathedral congregation after not having found reasons to proceed with the reports. The vicar comments on the criticism of damaged trust, the recruitment process, links to the European School and incorrect media information about eligibility and side jobs.