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Evangelicals call for compassion amid Belarus border crisis
Evangelicals call for compassion amid Belarus border crisis

The European Evangelical Alliance (EEA) has accused Belarus of "using human beings as pawns" in the migrant crisis on the country's border.

The West has much to learn from persecuted Christians, says historian Tom Holland
The West has much to learn from persecuted Christians, says historian Tom Holland

The historian and "Dominion" author spoke movingly about the profound impact of witnessing the suffering of Christians in other parts of the world firsthand in Open Doors' inaugural 'Perspectives' lecture.

Conversion therapy ban consultation should be extended, say Christians
Conversion therapy ban consultation should be extended, say Christians

"This issue is too important to rush," the Christian Institute has said.

London symposium will consider other side of conversion therapy ban debate
London symposium will consider other side of conversion therapy ban debate

A major symposium is taking place in London next week to assess the UK government's plans to ban so-called conversion therapy.

Will Smith says success in life is down to his faith
Will Smith says success in life is down to his faith

Smith, who is back in movie theatres with his latest film "King Richard", discussed his faith during a sitdown interview with preacher and producer DeVon Franklin.

In Catholic Italy, 'de-baptism' is gaining popularity
In Catholic Italy, 'de-baptism' is gaining popularity

For many, abandoning the church is a statement against its positions on LGBTQ rights, euthanasia and abortion.

Catholic bishops greenlight Communion document, but don't single out politicians
Catholic bishops greenlight Communion document, but don't single out politicians

After months of controversy, a much anticipated document barely mentioned politicians at all.

Christian florist to pay $5,000 in settlement with gay customer who asked for wedding flowers
Christian florist to pay $5,000 in settlement with gay customer who asked for wedding flowers

It spares Barronelle Stutzman, 77, the prospect of having to pay crippling legal fees and facing possible bankruptcy.

US State Department wrong to remove Nigeria from countries of concern list - CSW
US State Department wrong to remove Nigeria from countries of concern list - CSW

A local CSW source said the decision "will give perpetrators the green light to continue violating our rights."

Christmas and the extra present it can give to people living with dementia
Christmas and the extra present it can give to people living with dementia

Memories of Christmas can restore a person with dementia's sense of identity and strengthen their faith.

'Truth is under attack,' BBC chief tells church service
'Truth is under attack,' BBC chief tells church service

Truth is under attack like never before, BBC director general Tim Davie told a special church service in London, attended by the Duchess of Cornwall.

Archbishop of Canterbury apologises over George Bell mistakes
Archbishop of Canterbury apologises over George Bell mistakes

The Archbishop of Canterbury has apologised over mistakes in his handling of allegations made posthumously against the late Bishop George Bell.

Colombian tribal couple share their faith even after losing jobs and receiving death threats
Colombian tribal couple share their faith even after losing jobs and receiving death threats

"We are preaching from one end to the other in this area. I feel strengthened, I'm alive."

24/7 Prayer International CEO suspended
24/7 Prayer International CEO suspended

The board of 24-7 Prayer International has suspended CEO Mike Andrea following "serious allegations of historic misconduct".

Growth plans are not about 'one way of being Church replacing another', says Archbishop of York
Growth plans are not about 'one way of being Church replacing another', says Archbishop of York

The Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell has admitted to the General Synod that his vision for "a mixed ecology" Church has not been "clearly presented" and has "caused nervousness".

Franklin Graham's UK tour to go ahead in 2022
Franklin Graham's UK tour to go ahead in 2022

Franklin Graham's UK tour is back on after being delayed due to the pandemic and legal challenges against venues that cancelled his events.