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Evangelist Morris Cerullo dies aged 88
Evangelist Morris Cerullo passed away in California on Saturday, a day after his family said he was being treated for pneumonia. He was 88.
Pope 'deeply pained' over Turkey's decision to turn Hagia Sophia into mosque
The World Council of Churches has also condemned the decision. It fears that the UNESCO World Heritage Site could "become once again a focus of confrontation and conflict".
Pro-life MP receives death threat after voting against abortion clinic buffer zones
SNP MP Dr Lisa Cameron says an elderly relative has received a death threat after she voted against a Bill to criminalise prayer vigils outside abortion clinics.
CofE has become 'tribal and divided', says Archbishop of York
The new Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, has spoken of his desire to see the Church of England become more united.
Churches can sing again - but only outside
The Government has eased rules on singing at church but only if it is outside and done by professionals.
Scotland's hate crime Bill 'threatens gospel freedom'
Concerns have been raised over the free speech of Christians in Scotland as the Scottish Parliament considers broadening hate crime laws.
Televangelist Jim Bakker says he's struggling with memory loss after stroke
Controversial televangelist Jim Bakker thinks he may be off the air for months after he suffered a stroke in May.
Black ministers look to Church of Scotland to challenge racist attitudes
Church ministers have opened up about their firsthand experience of racism living in Scotland, with one saying her family have even questioned whether they should remain in the country.
Persecuted, but not abandoned: How India's Christians are staying strong despite opposition
Life has been tough across India: Covid-19 has forced hundreds of millions of citizens into lockdown. For many of the nation's minority Christian population it has become a question of survival as they face discrimination and even violence. However, despite all this, millions of Indian Christians are remaining firm in their faith.
Boris Johnson challenged over 'outrageous' care home comments
Boris Johnson was wrong to accuse care homes of not following procedures during the coronavirus crisis, Louise Morse, of Pilgrims' Friend Society has said.
Collective worship in Scotland can resume from 15 July, says First Minister
Collective worship can resume in Scottish churches from 15 July, with restrictions, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed.
US Supreme Court upholds religious exemptions from birth control coverage
The US Supreme Court has upheld a Trump administration rule broadening religious exemptions to the Department of Health and Human Services contraceptive coverage mandate.
Online confirmation service for Stephen Cottrell as Archbishop of York
Stephen Cottrell was today confirmed in his election as the new Archbishop of York in a service that took place online due to coronavirus restrictions.
Pro-life SDLP councillor resigns over abortion stance of party
Stephanie Quigley announced on Monday evening that she was quitting the party but would remain a councillor for Causeway Coast and Glens.
EU renews Special Envoy for religious freedom after coming under pressure
European Commission Vice-President Margaritis Schinas made the announcement after EU parliamentarians and human rights advocates lobbied for the retention of the role in the face of ongoing human rights abuses towards religious minorities around the world.
'Persecution has not been a victim of coronavirus,' warns peer on first anniversary of Truro report
The UK Government was challenged to do more to stop the persecution of Christians at a symposium held by the House of Lords to mark a year since the release of the Bishop of Truro's review into persecution.