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Oxford will no longer require theology students to study Christianity, dropping 800-year-old tradition
The University of Oxford, the oldest such institution in the English-speaking world dating back to 1096, will no longer require its undergraduate theology students to enroll in a course tackling Christianity after their first year.
Kanye West's 'Ultralight Prayer' sounds more like a hymn than hip hop
Kanye West recently dropped the latest song in his new album, "The Life of Pablo" and to describe it as a surprise for most fans is an understatement.
Why do we care less about a terrorist attack in Pakistan than in Brussels?
Lawyer Travis Wussow, an advocate for international justice and religious liberty, said Christians should empathize more with victims of crimes around the world, especially those affected by terrorist attacks.
Gay adoption now allowed all over U.S. as Mississippi becomes last state to lift ban
Same-sex adoption is now legal in all 50 states after a federal judge struck down Mississippi's 16-year old anti-gay adoption law.
From Rastafarian to Christian preacher: one man's story of cutting off his dreadlocks and opening his heart to Jesus
Making the decision to become a Christian can present many obstacles, not least if your family all share a different belief. Overcoming such challenges was something that McKenhum Prendegast had to do when he chose to abandon the teachings of his Rastafarian upbringing for a Christian faith.
Jesus' Transfiguration: How the mountain-top experiences help us in the valley
One of the great stories in Matthew, Mark and Luke is the Transfiguration of Jesus.
Martyred Christian missionary's remains found in Japan
The grave of a Catholic priest who died in captivity in Japan more than 300 years ago has been identified, according to Japanese authorities.
Egyptian Coptic Christian proven innocent of 'Facebook blasphemy' after 3 years in prison
An Egpytian Coptic Christian has been proven innocent after having served more than half his six year sentence for defamation of Islam, according to World Watch Monitor.
Tennessee votes to make Bible its official book
Tennessee has reinforced its reputation as a Bible Belt state by voting to make the Bible its "official" book.
Egalitarian prayer space at Western Wall challenged by Israeli Archaeological Council
The Archaeological Council of Israel has warned that a planned egalitarian prayer space at the Western Wall would cause major damage to the world heritage site.
A respected bishop worked for company caught up in Panama Papers row
A respected Pentecostal bishop in the Bahamas was vice-president of the controversial fund run by UK Prime Minister David Cameron's father.
Pakistani priest urges Christians to pray for terrorists after Lahore massacre
Rev Fayaz Adman, who lost 27 family members in a suicide attack in Peshawar in September 2013, told Christian Today about the importance of praying for the terrorists attacking Christians in Pakistan.
How the Internet is killing Bible study, and our spiritual health
Words, printed or on screen, open our minds to new possibilities. But is it possible to read too much?
Cheltenham churches unite for first Christian arts festival
Each year the UK's roster of festivals expands as more and more organisers debut their celebrations of music, arts and culture. This year, a Christian festival has found its way onto that ever-growing list.
US presiding bishop fires two top staff members over 'misconduct'
The Primate of The Episcopal Church in the US has sacked two staff members after an investigation found they had "violated established workplace policies".
7 things that Christians can learn from atheists
We might disagree with atheists' beliefs and reasoning about the Christian faith, but there is a lot to learn from friendships with our unbelieving friends, even the ones who aren't very friendly.