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Joni Eareckson Tada on the Bible verse that's sustaining her in cancer battle
Joni Eareckson Tada on the Bible verse that's sustaining her in cancer battle

Joni Eareckson Tada says she's nearly finished with radiation treatment following her cancer diagnosis and shared the powerful Bible verse that's been sustaining her as she battles the disease.

What is the Great Commission and why is it so controversial?
What is the Great Commission and why is it so controversial?

A majority of church-going American Christians are unfamiliar with the term, the "Great Commission," a recent survey found.

Eating more fruit and vegetables linked to better mental well-being – new study
Eating more fruit and vegetables linked to better mental well-being – new study

It is well known that eating lots of fruit and vegetables is good for your physical health, but our latest research suggests that it might be good for your mental health too.

Women who don't believe trans people should share their spaces are 'not welcome in the Liberal Democrats'
Women who don't believe trans people should share their spaces are 'not welcome in the Liberal Democrats'

Liberal Democrat peer Lynne Featherstone has said that women are not welcome in the party if they are opposed to trans people having access to their spaces.

Appeal to orthodox bishops to attend Lambeth Conference despite differences
Appeal to orthodox bishops to attend Lambeth Conference despite differences

The archbishop overseeing plans for the next Lambeth Conference is pleading with orthodox bishops threatening to boycott the event to come in spite of their differences.

Government training programme to 'empower' Britain's faith leaders
Government training programme to 'empower' Britain's faith leaders

A new training programme is being rolled out by the Government to 'empower' Britain's faith leaders in meeting the changing needs of their congregations.

Justin Bieber says he and wife Hailey Baldwin stayed celibate until marriage
Justin Bieber says he and wife Hailey Baldwin stayed celibate until marriage

Bieber said sex outside marriage could cause people pain and hurt

Chris Pratt says pastor inspired him to do faith-based diet
Chris Pratt says pastor inspired him to do faith-based diet

Chris Pratt opened up about his recent Daniel Fast during an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Thursday night.

How drone technology can help save crumbling church buildings
How drone technology can help save crumbling church buildings

Ecclesiastical has partnered with St Hilda's Church in Halifax and Worcester Cathedral in a drone survey trial.

Paula Gooder to serve as Chancellor of St Paul's
Paula Gooder to serve as Chancellor of St Paul's

Her books include Phoebe, Journey to the Empty Tomb, Body: Biblical Spirituality for the Whole Person and Heaven.

Valentine blues: What does God have to say about finding love?
Valentine blues: What does God have to say about finding love?

I was made to feel so guilty about wanting to be married again that I prayed for God to take my desire for a partner away.

Everyday miracles: How loss and pain can bring us nearer God
Everyday miracles: How loss and pain can bring us nearer God

I find myself in awe of our delicate hold on life and try to remind myself of the things I am grateful for.

In defence of the gentle man
In defence of the gentle man

Greg Morse is just the latest in a growing list of men who want to explain how Christian men should behave.

Zimbabwe churches try to broker dialogue after opposition snubs Mnangagwa talks
Zimbabwe churches try to broker dialogue after opposition snubs Mnangagwa talks

Last year's disputed election won by President Emmerson Mnangagwa only deepened political rifts.

GAFCON leader says Lambeth Conference 'will be an obstacle to the gospel'
GAFCON leader says Lambeth Conference 'will be an obstacle to the gospel'

The head of GAFCON has repeated his call to Anglican bishops to think twice before they accept an invitation to attend the Lambeth Conference in 2020.

British Pregnancy Advisory Service chief thinks UK should copy New York's radical late-term abortion law
British Pregnancy Advisory Service chief thinks UK should copy New York's radical late-term abortion law

The head of the British Pregnancy Advisory Service has said she wants to see the radical late-term abortion law passed in New York state become reality in the UK too.