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Methodist Church asks ministers to think of the vulnerable in new coronavirus guidance
The Methodist Church has issued new coronavirus guidance asking ministers to think about who the vulnerable people in their community might be.

Christian farmers in Nigeria learn how to connect faith with their work
Wycliffe Bible Translators is helping Christians in an agricultural community in rural Nigeria understand how their farming connects with their faith.

Christian group welcomes £11.6m Betway fine
CARE spokesman James Mildred welcomed the "tough line" taken by the Gambling Commission on Betway but said there were wider challenges in the betting industry that still need to be addressed.

The sin of self-hate
In an age of social media, Photoshop, and Victoria Secret models, there is a silent expectation placed on young people from the beginning of their lives. Although no one is explicitly saying we have to look a certain way, there are judgments placed upon those that don't look 'right'.

Pastor sister of actor Matthew Broderick tests positive for coronavirus
The Rev Janet Broderick, sister of actor Matthew Broderick, has tested positive for coronavirus.

Can we make our Easter more ethical?
The Ivory Coast supplies around 40% of the world's cocoa and yet over half of the country's cocoa farmers live below the poverty line. Tearfund ambassador Will Torrent wants that to change. The key, however, lies in the hands of consumers.

Chancellor's Budget prompts concerns over inequality and vital services
Mark Russell, Chief Executive of The Children's Society, welcomed the extra support for local authorities in light of the coronavirus outbreak but warned that more needs to be done to support struggling councils and protect children's services.

Vatican closes St Peter's Square and Basilica to tourists
During his livestreamed General Audience, the Pope thanked "men and women of goodwill who are praying - united together, no matter the religious tradition to which they belong".

Rowan Williams joins call for prayer and action on climate change
The former Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, led prayers at a climate change protest in front of the Houses of Parliament on Wednesday ahead of a major UN summit taking place in Glasgow later this year.

Worship artist Jeremy Camp says loss of first wife to cancer was 'hardest part' of his life
"I Still Believe", the romantic movie based on Jeremy Camp and his late first wife Melissa, opens in US cinemas this Friday, but the worship artist admits it's brought back lots of painful memories.

New Christian coalition launched to support the bereaved
A new coalition of Christian organisations has been launched to support churches of all denominations in caring for the bereaved.

Archbishops tell churches to be prepared for 'all reasonable eventualities' in updated coronavirus guidance
Church of England clergy are to suspend the use of the shared chalice during Communion and encourage worshippers not to shake hands during the Sign of the Peace under revised coronavirus guidelines.

Christian MP Nadine Dorries diagnosed with coronavirus
Dorries, a Christian, said on Twitter that it had been "pretty rubbish".

Mike Pence prays with coronavirus task force for God's help; Liberals and atheists mock
U.S. Vice President Mike Pence has been mocked by liberals after the White House released a photo of him in his White House office leading a prayer before commencing a meeting with his coronavirus task force.

Coronavirus outbreak is an opportunity for proclaiming the Gospel, says Harvest Pastor Greg Laurie
Harvest Pastor Greg Laurie said the fear of the virus may be worse than the virus itself.

Glasgow Archdiocese cancels Lent festival over coronavirus concerns
The Archdiocese of Glasgow has cancelled its Lenten arts festival over concerns about the coronavirus outbreak.