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Afghanistan: the cost of conversion
Even before the Taliban takeover, Afghans who converted to Christianity were risking their lives. Families who escaped and a former imam who survived a grenade attack after turning to Christ, have been telling their stories to Release International.
Southwark Archdiocese defends cancelling gay author's visit to Catholic school
The Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark has defended its decision to cancel the visit of a gay author to one of its schools.
Church of Scotland's drift towards same-sex marriage is 'very sad'
The Christian Institute has called it a "very sad development" after most presbyteries in the Church of Scotland came out in support of same-sex weddings in its church buildings.
The difference that light makes
If no one could see, no-one could lead, for no-one would know where to go. Light changes all that
Joshua 24:15 and the declaration Christians need to make every day
"...But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord" is an amazingly profound statement by a man who has lived his life with strength and courage. But why would Joshua need to say it at all?
Italian scientist says Shroud of Turin could be 2,000 years old
An Italian scientist and his team claim their research shows the Shroud of Turin, a fabric purported to have been Christ's burial garment, may have originated during the time of Jesus's death and resurrection.
Pastor who warned against LGBT pride events wins discrimination case
An Employment Tribunal has ruled in favour of a pastor who was forced to resign from his job as a caretaker at a primary school after tweeting that LGBT Pride events are harmful and should not be attended by Christians and children.
Nearly half of UK adults believe in the resurrection - study
A major new study has found widespread belief in Jesus and the resurrection, and an openness to conversations about the Christian faith.
Archbishop of Canterbury stands by Rwanda criticism
"The Church of England is not a passive observer of migration policy," he said.
Virginia church leaving United Methodist Church over LGBT stance
A United Methodist Church congregation in Virginia plans to join a theologically conservative alternative to the mainline Protestant denomination due to issues with the UMC's ongoing debate over homosexuality.
Church of Scotland and Catholic Church make historic Declaration of Friendship
Ecumenical relations between the Church of Scotland and Catholic Church in Scotland are entering a new phase with the agreement of a historic Declaration of Friendship.
Former Vineyard Anaheim becomes the Dwelling Place
The church once led by John Wimber has a new name, a legal change required by its departure from the Vineyard.
Church of England Evangelical Council launches human sexuality resources
The Church of England Evangelical Council (CEEC) has created a series of films to help churches engage with issues around human sexuality.
I Love Idi Amin
Bishop Festo Kivengere struggled to forgive the brutal Ugandan dictator - until he heard a John Stott sermon.
Eastern Europe in the face of war: an aid worker's diary
Any small part we have been able to play has been an honour. But I also suspect this is very much the beginning of the story, writes Gwyn Williams.
Eight qualities that are inconsistent with love
If we really love others, there are certain things we won't do.