From Sunday’s Lectionary, the Ephesians reading, “So then, putting away falsehood, let all of us speak the truth to our neighbours, for we are members of one another.” It’s not rocket science. Or maybe it is. In some cultures (like the Etonian), lying is tolerated, maybe even encouraged as a sign of wit and initiative. Maybe the demand to be truthful is not universal, and is one of the things that distinguishes the Christian faith. If, for instance, the will to power trumps everything, then lying will be found useful in following that particular star.
Sadly, the church itself has lied sometimes, in covering up the misdeeds of its clergy, in making daft claims, etc…
May God forgive us all.