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Black Americans more certain than any other racial group that they're going to Heaven
The Bible assures Christians in Scriptures like John 3:16 "God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." According to the study, however, only 37% of Americans are sure they will be with God in Heaven, while 23% hope they get to Heaven.
China: new law makes online church meetings illegal
A new law will take effect on 1 March making online gatherings illegal for unregistered churches.
Pope decries war in surprise visit to Russian embassy
The Pope went to the Russian embassy to raise concerns about the invasion of Ukraine directly with country officials.
Wales to make at-home abortions permanent
Welsh Health Minister Eluned Morgan has called the move "progressive".
Government plan to end DIY abortions welcomed by pro-lifers
Temporary measures introduced at the start of the pandemic to allow 'DIY' at-home abortions will come to an end in August.
Calls for 'stringent' economic sanctions to be imposed on Russia
Britain must use all of its "diplomatic muscle and energy, stringent economic sanctions, and focused political will" to force Russia to end its aggression in Ukraine, the Archbishop of York has said.
RZIM responds to report claiming nearly $1m was spent defending Ravi Zacharias against sexual misconduct allegations
The board of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries reacted to a report detailing how leaders turned a blind eye to Zacharias' misdeeds for years and spent nearly $1 million to defend the late apologist against allegations of sexual misconduct, saying that while it does "not agree with everything in it," it hopes to nevertheless "repent and learn from our mistakes."
Christian response to Ukraine crisis 'must be rooted in prayer', say Archbishops
The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have written a pastoral letter to the clergy and people of the Church of England asking them to pray for peace in Ukraine.
Tributes pour in for Digitalnun
The Christian community on Twitter has been expressing its sorrow but also thanks for @Digitalnun who has died from cancer.
8 lessons from the Ukraine crisis
As always in the age of the internet, it is far too easy for people to suddenly become experts on the subject of the day. But, as is usually the case, things are much more complex.
European countries must be ready to welcome Ukrainian refugees, say the country's Christians
Ukrainian Christians are asking other European nations to make preparations for an influx of refugees from Ukraine after Russia invaded the country on Thursday.
Hillsong leader says documentary is trying to 'hurt the church'
A senior Hillsong leader has spoken out against an upcoming documentary that features former members and other critics of the church.
Russian attack on Ukraine condemned as 'an act of great evil'
In a joint statement, Archbishops Justin Welby and Stephen Cottrell called for an urgent ceasefire.
'No justification' for Russian invasion of Ukraine, say European evangelicals
The European Evangelical Alliance has condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Church leaders appeal for prayer after Russian invasion of Ukraine
Pope Francis spoke of the "great pain in my heart" as he declared 2 March - Ash Wednesday - a second day of prayer and fasting for Ukraine.
For clergy, Covid-19 has brought both burnout and breakthrough
Some say they are exhausted. Some are thinking about quitting. Others, while they are weary and the future is uncertain, say the pandemic has also brought opportunities for ministry and growth.