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US Baptists at war over gay marriage and ordination
A US evangelical church faces being kicked out of its Baptist convention next month if it fails to reverse its decision to admit gays to all aspects of church life including marriage and ordination.
Christian pastor in Pakistan held on blasphemy charge
A Christian pastor and three others are the latest to be accused of blasphemy in Pakistan, where the offence can carry the death sentence.
Australian schools are replacing Religious Education with lessons on 'respectful relationships'
Religious instruction is to be scrapped from some Australian state schools and replaced with classes on 'respectful relationships.'
Seven people you find in every home group
Home groups, small groups, connect groups, hubs...whatever you want to call them, midweek church gatherings come in all shapes and sizes, but tend to have more than a few things in common.
The vital ingredient missing from the Labour Leadership election...
The absence of a strong Christian Socialist alternative explains why Jeremy Corbyn is confounding expectations, says Andy Walton.
Rick Santorum: 'Don't just defund Planned Parenthood, prosecute its officials, too'
Republican presidential hopeful Rick Santorum wants to do more than just defund abortion service provider Planned Parenthood, since the former Pennsylvania senator wants to prosecute its officials for murdering innocent babies.
Israel 'ready for any scenario,' says PM Netanyahu as he tackles Iranian threat
Other countries should not underestimate Israel, says its Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to the military's Northern Command, since it is ready to fight back anytime should it come under attack.
Diplomatic tension increases after Pope Francis holds sign calling for Falklands dialogue
Diplomatic tensions escalated after Argentina's ambassador to the UK claimed support from many different sectors of British society for talks to begin over the future of the Falkland Islands.
Second and larger Ashley Madison leak includes founder's emails
The release appears to include email messages linked to Noel Biderman, founder and chief executive officer.
For comedian Stephen Colbert, his purpose in life is 'know God, love God, serve God'
Popular comedian and talk show host Stephen Colbert said that the main purpose of his life is to "know God, love God, serve God," and he credits his strong Catholic background for helping develop his character.
North Korea ready for war after exchange of artillery fire
Tension rose yesterday when North Korea fired shells into South Kore.
Syria: Islamic State moves kidnapped Christians, bulldozes monastery
Militants used bulldozers to raze the monastery in the town of Qaryatain.
Christian actor David Oyelowo does not want to glamourise his role in 'Captive'
Christian actor David Oyelowo ris returning to the big screen as a vengeful killer in the upcoming film "Captive."
How John Luke Robertson sneaked in camouflage prints during his wedding
The Robertson family from the reality show "Duck Dynasty" are known for their camouflage prints, but it's one thing Mary Kate McEacharn strictly prohibited John Luke Robertson from wearing during their wedding day.
When God says 'no' to homosexuality, He clearly means 'no'âPastor Dean Hackett
Has God ever changed His mind about homosexuality? This was the question raised by Dr. F. Dean Hackett, lead pastor of Living Faith Church in Hermiston, Oregon after several churches are now adapting to the new cultural standards and have exhibited a more open behaviour with regards to homosexuality and same-sex marriage.
Tennessee courts reverse 'ludicrous' ban on words 'mother,' 'father' in parenting forms
Tennessee courts recently reversed a controversial decision requiring gender-neutral terms on court documents.