News

Facts you should know about junk removal and furniture disposal
Facts you should know about junk removal and furniture disposal

(Partner Post) Whether it's for your home, or your place of business, at some point you have to get new furniture. And replacing furniture means getting rid of the old stuff. But can you dispose of old furniture in an eco-friendly way?

Scientists create 3D image of Jesus based on Turin Shroud
Scientists create 3D image of Jesus based on Turin Shroud

A team of Italian scientists have created a 3D representation of the man on the Shroud of Turin in an effort to produce what they believe to be an accurate replica of the body of Jesus Christ.

Chris Pratt uses MTV awards thank-you speech to tell people 'God is real'
Chris Pratt uses MTV awards thank-you speech to tell people 'God is real'

Hollywood actor Chris Pratt took the spotlight at the MTV Movie & TV Awards on Monday when he used his acceptance speech for the 'Generation Award' to tell the audience that God is real and loves them.

Man who took down gunman in Walmart carjacking attempt is a pastor
Man who took down gunman in Walmart carjacking attempt is a pastor

An armed pastor has been hailed by police officers as a good Samaritan after he shot and killed a gunman who attempted to steal a car at a Walmart parking lot in Washington state.

Andrew Brunson's daughter says she feels 'shock and betrayal' over his imprisonment
Andrew Brunson's daughter says she feels 'shock and betrayal' over his imprisonment

Jacqueline Furnari, the daughter of Pastor Andrew Brunson, has said that the family feels betrayed by the imprisonment of her father in Turkey, where he has been living for years.

Philippine government restores missionary visa of Australian nun facing deportation charges
Philippine government restores missionary visa of Australian nun facing deportation charges

Australian nun Sr. Patricia Fox has been allowed to stay in the Philippines after the Department of Justice (DOJ) overturned the Bureau of Immigration's (BI) order to revoke her visa for allegedly taking part in political protests.

Prince William and Kate Middleton announce christening date for Prince Louis
Prince William and Kate Middleton announce christening date for Prince Louis

Prince William and Kate Middleton have announced that their third child, Louis Arthur Charles, will be baptized in early July.

Outrage as priest slaps crying baby during baptism
Outrage as priest slaps crying baby during baptism

A video showing an elderly priest slapping a baby who cried at his baptism has caused outrage among viewers.

Rowan Williams leads mass criticism of Iran from Anglican bishops
Rowan Williams leads mass criticism of Iran from Anglican bishops

Former archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams leads a mass denunciation of Iran today from 50 bishops across the UK's three Anglican churches.

What Rico Tice's resignation says about the Anglican Communion
What Rico Tice's resignation says about the Anglican Communion

Here, in a nutshell, is the great divide that has opened between the constituent parts of the Anglican Communion.

Rising nationalism behind spike in harassment of religious minorities, report finds

Restrictions on religion continue to increase around the world, a major new report warns today.

Destitution, discrimination and distrust: Churches slam Home Office's 'hostile environment' for migrants
Destitution, discrimination and distrust: Churches slam Home Office's 'hostile environment' for migrants

The government's approach to illegal immigration is leading to destitution, discrimination and distrust, according to a group of major denominations.

'Politicians are only human': Why this local councillor is urging Christians to pray for them
'Politicians are only human': Why this local councillor is urging Christians to pray for them

The Christians in Politics Councillors Prayer Network is the brainchild of Helen Harrison, former mayor of Thornbury.

Pope Francis says China talks going well, dialogue is 'worth the risk'

Pope Francis has voiced optimism for improved ties between the Vatican and China, rejecting criticism that the Holy See may be selling out Catholics to Beijing's communist government.

Running the race: Lessons from a school sports day
Running the race: Lessons from a school sports day

Every runner in the race is equal. Every runner in the race is loved. Every runner in the race is saved by grace alone.

Cardinal McCarrick: Senior US Catholic removed from ministry after 'credible' accusations of abuse
Cardinal McCarrick: Senior US Catholic removed from ministry after 'credible' accusations of abuse

One of the US' highest ranking Catholics has been asked to stop all public ministry after the Vatican found he was credibly accused of sexually abusing a teenage boy almost 50 years ago.