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Obama offers prayer for persecuted Christians suffering under 'unspeakable violence'
President Obama today said that he will mark Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent alongside his "fellow Christians" in prayer for those who are persecuted around the world.
Two Sudanese pastors detained without charge in 'campaign to eradicate Christianity'
Two Sudanese pastors have been detained without charge since December, according to World Watch Monitor.
Jesus is my Valentine: Christian cards and gifts for that special someone
Love it or loathe it, Valentine's Day is coming this weekend. Not bought a gift yet? Worry not, Martin Saunders has you covered...
New Western Wall plans will damage ancient site, Netanyahu warned
Breakthrough plans to expand a mixed-gender prayer section along Jerusalem's historic Western Wall have faced another setback after leading archaeologists warned the suggestions would damage the site.
Christians targeted in Baghdad by Iran-backed militia
Christian properties have been seized in Baghdad by Iranian-backed militia, according to members of the Iraqi parliament.
What do the stories of Jesus' temptation tell us today?
Lent is modelled on the stories of Jesus fasting in the wilderness after his baptism and before the beginning of his ministry.
7 scriptures on how to battle jealousy and discontentment
Jealousy is the feeling of desiring something that one doesn't have and is a form of idolatry that can be easily forgotten. The best way to guard our hearts of jealousy is to steer clear of discontentment.
How to draw close to God when he feels far away
When we feel far from God and shrouded in darkness, we can stand on the truth that the light will return, and that our faith will prevail.
5 things to avoid when counselling people
Biblical counselling can be a daunting task for church leadership because of many reasons. That's why it's important in any counselling situation to partner with the Holy Spirit and remain sensitive.
I'm broken and unqualified, can I still lead?
God's original idea for every person is to be a leader in one area of life or another. We were all meant to be leaders, but what happens when we aren't cut out to be leaders? What about the person who doesn't meet the qualifications to be a leader?
Pope to meet group of divorced and remarried Catholics
Pope Francis has invited a group of divorced and remarried Catholics to discuss the controversial issue of whether such individuals should be allowed officially to receive Holy Communion at Mass.
How can I overcome pessimistic thoughts?
Many times in our lives, our negative thoughts can overtake our plans and desires. As a result, we as believers become limited in our capability to do greater things for God's glory.
Syria: Suffering reaches 'almost medieval scale' as one million people live under siege
More than double the number of civilians are living in beseiged towns in Syria than the UN has recorded, according to the aid organisation Siege Watch.
Can the Church save the planet? Green energy shows the way
Churches across the UK are being encouraged to swap their homes and churches to renewable energy.
5 ways we misjudge our pastor's job roles
Church senior leadership is probably one of the most misunderstood professions there are today. Here are 5 of some of the most common misunderstandings of a pastor's job.
Italy arrests priest accused of 'defrauding elderly people out of millions'
Monsignor Patrizio Benvenuti has been arrested for allegedly defrauding hundreds of elderly people out of millions of euros through an elaborate money-laundering scheme.