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'We can't keep up,' say nuns helping after massacre of 50 people in Mozambique
'We can't keep up,' say nuns helping after massacre of 50 people in Mozambique

A Christian charity is sending a £90,000 aid package to Mozambique after the horrific massacre of over 50 people by Islamist extremists.

Pakistan court annuls marriage of Christian girl to Muslim man accused of kidnapping her
Pakistan court annuls marriage of Christian girl to Muslim man accused of kidnapping her

A high court in Sindh Province, Pakistan on Monday invalidated the marriage of a 13-year-old Catholic girl to a Muslim alleged to have abducted and forcibly married her, sources said.

Christian charity gave 2,600 food parcels to children every day in first six months of pandemic
Christian charity gave 2,600 food parcels to children every day in first six months of pandemic

The Trussell Trust said it had seen a "shocking" 47% increase in demand for emergency food during the pandemic.

Thousands sign petition against Emmerdale's Down's Syndrome abortion storyline
Thousands sign petition against Emmerdale's Down's Syndrome abortion storyline

Nearly 20,000 people have signed a petition on Change.org calling on ITV to axe a storyline that involves a disability-selective abortion.

Archbishop of Canterbury pays tribute to the sacrifice of millions in Armistice Day service
Archbishop of Canterbury pays tribute to the sacrifice of millions in Armistice Day service

Justin Welby remembered the sacrifice of the fallen as well as those who have "put aside all they hold dear" during the current pandemic.

Politician investigated over same-sex views warns of 'self-censorship' among Christians
Politician investigated over same-sex views warns of 'self-censorship' among Christians

Christians are too afraid to share their view of sexuality for fear of legal repercussions and discrimination, says a Finnish MP being investigated over comments she made about same-sex relationships.

Vincent Nichols 'very sorry' and 'distressed' by child abuse in Catholic Church
Vincent Nichols 'very sorry' and 'distressed' by child abuse in Catholic Church

The leader of the Catholic Church in England and Wales has apologised for child sexual abuse at the hands of paedophile priests after he was singled out for criticism in a damning report on Tuesday.

Biden pledges to reverse Trump-era pro-life policies
Biden pledges to reverse Trump-era pro-life policies

Former vice president Joe Biden has vowed to roll back a number of President Donald Trump's executive orders and dismantle the administration's pro-life policies should he take office next year.

Christy Wimber thanks people for support after announcing divorce
Christy Wimber thanks people for support after announcing divorce

Christy made the announcement in a Twitter post asking that people remember she is "human".

Muslim New Yorker claims she had affair with fired pastor Carl Lentz
Muslim New Yorker claims she had affair with fired pastor Carl Lentz

A Muslim woman claims to have had a months-long sexual relationship with fired Hillsong NYC pastor Carl Lentz.

Catholic Church put reputation before children's welfare - report
Catholic Church put reputation before children's welfare - report

The Catholic Church "turned a blind eye" to child abuse and was more concerned about protecting its reputation than ensuring children's welfare, a damning independent report has found.

Bush offers prayers for Biden's success
Bush offers prayers for Biden's success

"Though we have political differences, I know Joe Biden to be a good man, who has won his opportunity to lead and unify our country," Bush said.

Ministry that helps people with unwanted same-sex attraction sues Barclays over account closure
Ministry that helps people with unwanted same-sex attraction sues Barclays over account closure

A Christian ministry that offers help to people with unwanted same-sex attraction is launching legal action against Barclays Bank after it closed down its account.

Christian councillor was within rights to oppose funding for gay pride event
Christian councillor was within rights to oppose funding for gay pride event

A Christian councillor has successfully challenged code of conduct proceedings against her after she refused to back the use of public funds for a gay pride event.

Evangelicals will 'engage' with Church's sexuality resources but say key issue is 'obedience' to Scripture
Evangelicals will 'engage' with Church's sexuality resources but say key issue is 'obedience' to Scripture

The Church of England Evangelical Council has promised to engage with the Church of England's new resources on sexuality, relationships and identity but will also contend "unflaggingly" for "the faith once for all delivered to the saints".

Church of England publishes landmark resources on sexuality and relationships
Church of England publishes landmark resources on sexuality and relationships

The Church of England has published its long-awaited resources on identity, sexuality, relationships and marriage.