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Jerusalem church leader says radicals are threatening Christian presence in Old City
Weeks after some church leaders in Jerusalem called for a special cultural heritage zone for Christians in Jerusalem, the Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem said Israeli radical fringe groups are seeking to drive the Christian community out of the city.
Catholic charity accuses Facebook of censorship after blocking advert
A Catholic charity has accused Facebook of acting like an "arbitrary censor" after its advert was pulled and restrictions imposed on its use of the social media platform.
Jana Duggar settles child endangerment charge out of court
Former '19 Kids and Counting' star Jana Duggar has reached an out-of-court settlement in a child endangerment case.
People uncertain about their relationship with God more likely to suffer mental distress: study
"Anxiety or a lack of certainty about one's relationship with the divine represents a threat to psychological well-being," said researchers.
Reformed Church in America splits as conservative churches form new denomination
The move follows the RCA General Synod's October decision to adopt measures for "grace-filled separation" with departing churches and to appoint a team to develop a restructuring plan for those that remain.
India lifts block on Mother Teresa charity
The Indian government has reinstated a licence for the charity founded by Mother Teresa, allowing it to receive donations from overseas.
Potent cannabis linked to increased risk of 'schizophrenia-like psychosis'
A leading psychologist has warned against the assumption that smoking pot is safer than consuming alcohol.
Evangelicals call for peace in Kazakhstan
Evangelicals have voiced "grave concern" over the current political and social unrest in Kazakhstan.
Welby calls for social care overhaul
Government reforms of social care need to start with the person and not financial costs, the Archbishop of Canterbury has said.
Can a Christian flag fly at City Hall? The Supreme Court will have to decide
There are three flagpoles outside Boston City Hall. One flies the United States flag. Another flies the Massachusetts state flag. What can â and can't â fly from the third is an issue being taken up by the Supreme Court.
Pope Francis laments couples who choose pets over having children
Pope Francis has expressed his regret that more couples today appear content to have cats and dogs, rather than children.
Britain seeks clarification from India on withdrawal of licence for Mother Teresa's charity
Britain has asked the Indian government for more information after overseas funding for a charity founded by Mother Teresa was blocked.
Gay cake ruling 'protects everyone from compelled speech'
The Evangelical Alliance has welcomed the European Court of Human Rights' decision not to hear a case involving a Christian bakery that refused to make a pro-gay cake.
Ransom was paid to free missionaries kidnapped in Haiti, says family member
A ransom was paid to the gang behind the kidnapping of a group of missionaries in Haiti, a family member has said.
Why are Christians looking up sorcery?
Christian Today has reported on recent rises in interest and practice in the occult. Perhaps this increase in popularity is why BibleGateway.com says it saw a 193% surge in searches for 'sorcery' on its website in 2021.
Church leaders issue stark warnings against assisted suicide
Church leaders and faith groups have spoken out against assisted suicide legislation due to be considered in the Scottish Parliament in the coming months.