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Church Expands Influence in Russia to Putin's Delight as He Uses Faith to Boost His Power
Once an officially godless state, Russia is now seeing the Orthodox Churchâone of three main Christian groupsâexpanding its influence, with the blessing of no less than President Vladimir Putin.
Pastor, 3 Women Among Christmas Carollers Viciously Beaten By Hindu Radicals in India
A group of Christmas carollers, including a pastor and three women, were viciously beaten last week by suspected Hindu radicalsâjust one of the mounting cases of violence against Christians in India.
15-Year-Old Failed Suicide Bomber Describes How ISIS Is Brainwashing Kids 24/7 to Carry Out Terror Attacks
A window has been opened into the secretive world of the Islamic State (ISIS), showing how the extremists are training children to fill their depleted ranks as they come under relentless attacks from Iraqi and other coalition forces.
Who Are The Devout Christians Who Will Serve In Donald Trump's Administration?
Donald Trump is busy filling in key positions in his Administration and a number of them are being taken up by Christians.
Church And Charity Leaders Warn Against Tarnishing Refugees With Accusations Of Terrorism
Church and charity leaders today warned against tarnishing asylum seekers with accusations of terrorism after there were mixed reports in Germany about the identity of the attacker who targeted a Christmas market in Berlin last night.
Which Countries Enjoy Christmas Most â And Least? The Answers May Surprise You
All countries agree that one of the best things about Christmas is seeing family and friends. But after that, views on what people prefer about the festive season that marks the birth of Christ vary considerably.
William Temple, Archbishop Of Canterbury: 10 Quotes From A Spiritual Giant
Temple was a profound spiritual writer who saw deeply into the heart of the gospel.
Catholic Church In Philippines Condemns President's 'Barbaric' Plan To Execute '5 Or 6' Daily
Catholic leaders and charities in the Philippines have condemned as "very barbaric" President Rodrigo Duterte's plan to restore the death penalty and execute "five or six" criminals each day despite what is widely acknowledged to be a corrupt legal system.
Queen Steps Down As Patron From Christian Charities
The Queen will step down as patron of 25 national organisations, including a number of Christian charities at the end of the year.
Cairo Church Bombing: 10-Year-Old Dies From Injuries As Death Toll Hits 27
The death toll from the bombing on a church to Cairo continues to rise after a 10-year-old girl died from her injuries on Tuesday morning.
Iranian Church Accused Of CIA Link And Stripped Of Land
The largest Persian-speaking church in Iran has been stripped of its land after being accused of links to the US intelligence body.
First Nigerian Bishop In Church of England Counters Islamist Terror With Message Of Love In Jesus Christ
The first ever Nigerian chosen to be a bishop in the Church of England today spoke of how God is with those suffering pain and loss in Berlin.
Aggressive Secularism Discriminates Against Christians In The West, Vatican Diplomat Warns
A Holy See diplomat has warned that Christians face insidious discrimination, even in the West and countries where they are not obviously persecuted against, the Catholic Herald has reported.
Berlin Christmas Market Attack: 23-Year-Old Pakistani Asylum Seeker Named As Suspect
A 23-year-old asylum seeker of Pakistani origin named Naved B has been arrested under suspicion of carrying out the truck attack on a Christmas market in Berlin, according to German media reports.
VIDEO: What Is Gogglebox Star Rev Kate Bottley's Favourite Moment At Christmas?
Gogglebox vicar Kate Bottley has revealed what she enjoys most about Christmas in a festive video from the Church of England.
Britain's Cities Boost Police Protection In Face Of Potential Christmas Terror Attacks
Eleven police forces across Britain are reportedly sending out armed anti-terrorism patrol squads to protect Christmas markets, shopping centres, transport hubs and tourist hotspots in an effort to prevent an attack of the sort seen in Berlin yesterday.