Labour presses on with controversial plans to ban 'conversion therapy'
Critics of the plans fear that ordinary Christian practices will be criminalised.
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Cuban pastor's son at risk following months-long detention
The family has long been a target for Cuban authorities
Many churches unconcerned about food ethics, survey suggests
A survey conducted on behalf of environmental charity Green Christian has suggested that only a minority of churches take into account ethical concerns when serving food and drink.
IDF soldiers jailed for desecrating statue of Mary
It's not the first time IDF soldiers have been disrespectful of Christian sites.
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Church of England celebrates continued post-pandemic growth
The Church said it was encouraged by five years in a row of growth while acknowledging that growth, attendance and participation remain below pre-pandemic levels.
Church of Scotland sees some signs of growth despite fall in membership
The Church is prioritising students in its plans for growth and renewal.
Christians urge UN to keep human rights spotlight on Eritrea
Eritrea is sometimes called the "North Korea of Africa".
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Understanding the reasons for the conviction of Päivi Räsänen
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Report warns of continued anti-Christian hostility across Europe during April
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Pastor Greg Locke's 20-year-old son dies from drug overdose
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Young Christians engaging with Bible more, survey finds
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Seismic elections in the UK – the good, the bad and the ugly
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Jonathan Fletcher found to have indecently assaulted man
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Christians among main victims of Islamist violence in eastern DRC
Christians in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are facing escalating violence from an Islamic State-linked militant group accused of massacres, abductions and systematic terror attacks across villages and churches, according to a major new Amnesty International report.
Christians urge UN to keep human rights spotlight on Eritrea
Eritrea is sometimes called the "North Korea of Africa".
Can the Middle East learn how to respect religious freedom from Kurdistan?
Kurdistan "offers an example imperfect but meaningful of what coexistence can look like".
Report warns of continued anti-Christian hostility across Europe during April
There were dozens of anti-Christian incidents across Europe in April, including violent attacks during Easter services, church vandalism, desecrations, arson cases, and assaults on clergy and worshippers.
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Church of England celebrates continued post-pandemic growth
The Church said it was encouraged by five years in a row of growth while acknowledging that growth, attendance and participation remain below pre-pandemic levels.
Churches urged to help address UK fostering shortage
Christian charities Home for Good and Safe Families UK are calling on churches across Britain to play a greater role in supporting vulnerable children.
Labour presses on with controversial plans to ban 'conversion therapy'
Critics of the plans fear that ordinary Christian practices will be criminalised.
Church of Scotland sees some signs of growth despite fall in membership
The Church is prioritising students in its plans for growth and renewal.
Let’s encourage our churches to support and pray for their elected representatives
Last week’s elections confirm that people have lost trust in both the system and the politicians - and the fragmentation that exists in British politics.
Christian Reform UK voters 'want their country back'
Nigel Farage has clashed with CoE leaders in the past.
Young Christians engaging with Bible more, survey finds
A new report reveals surprising levels of Bible engagement among young people aged 15–30.
Controversial home education regulations come into effect
The law is not as intrusive as originally planned.
Seismic elections in the UK – the good, the bad and the ugly
I would suggest that, leaving out the hyperbole, these are the most significant elections since Maggie Thatcher was elected – or perhaps the Brexit referendum. What can Christians make of it all?
Historic Mozambique church destroyed in extremist attack as church leaders appeal for peace
Church leaders in northern Mozambique have renewed calls for peace and religious unity after militants destroyed a historic church during a violent raid in Cabo Delgado Province.
‘Faith covenant’ has strengthened cooperation with local authorities, report finds
A “Faith Covenant” 10 years in the making has played a significant role in strengthening cooperation between faith communities and public authorities across the UK, particularly during times of crisis, an independent evaluation has concluded.
Who represents you and who do you represent?
Scripture repeatedly shows that God works through representatives, and the spiritual consequences of their actions often extend far beyond their individual lives.
Understanding the reasons for the conviction of Päivi Räsänen
In Finland cultural, or in this case, legal power is being used to shut down scientific discussion.
Pastor Greg Locke's 20-year-old son dies from drug overdose
Greg Locke, pastor of Global Vision Bible Church in Lebanon, Tennessee, announced Friday that his 20-year-old son, Evan Roberts Locke, has died.
Christians petition for protection of pastors in Colombia following murders
A petition will be presented to the new president.
Päivi Räsänen to appeal to ECHR after conviction over biblical pamphlet
Räsänen's case has been ongoing for years now.