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Thousands of people are converting to Jediisim, politician worried about 'spiritual void'
"Star Wars" is a work of fiction, and Jedis do not really exist in real life. But a lot of people really admire their philosophy and way of living, so much so that they started a religion called "Jediism."
Sean Lowe is counting down 'five short months' before meeting his second child
"The Bachelor" alum Sean Lowe simply cannot wait to meet his second baby, and he is counting the days until he gets to hold his second child.
Another Chibok schoolgirl released from Boko Haram captivity
Another one of the Chibok schoolgirls taken in a mass kidnapping in 2014 has been released from captivity, according to the Nigerian military.
Author of Trump book contradicts President, says he interviewed him
The author of a deeply critical book about Donald Trump's first year in office said on Friday he had spoken with the President while working on it.
Birds of the Bible: How they teach spiritual truth
In the Bible, birds are often mentioned because of some spiritual or poetical significance.
Scottish Episcopal Church clergy rebel after 'divisive' appointment of bishop to conservative diocese
A major row is erupting in the Scottish Anglican Church with half the paid clergy in one region rebelling over the appointment of their new bishop.
Susie Leafe quits as director of conservative grouping Reform
Susie Leafe, a prominent evangelical within the Church of England, has quit her role as director of the conservative campaign group Reform.
New Catholic app helps priests preach like Pope Francis
A new Catholic app has been designed to help priests craft the perfect homily, following the advice of Pope Francis that sermons be short, simple and 'not boring'.
Egypt's Coptic Christians to consecrate huge new cathedral
Egypt's Coptic Christians, under pressure from repeated attacks by Islamist extremists, are to celebrate the opening of a new cathedral tomorrow â but fear it too may become a target.
Is the 'Twelve Days of Christmas' a secret Christian code?
The children's tune 'The Twelve Days of Christmas' is known and loved by many. But is it secretly a theologically charged Catholic code?
Anger as drag queen stars in Epiphany parade
A drag queen is to take part in an Epiphany parade in Madrid tomorrow, sparking furious protests from conservatives who said it is 'distorting' the event.
Jill Saward anniversary: Widower speaks of horror at John Worboys' release
The widower of sexual assault campaigner Jill Saward has spoken of his horror that victims of serial rapist John Worboys were not told of his imminent release.
Philippines military personnel charged with murder of Italian Catholic priest
The Philippines' Department of Justice has brought criminal charges against several military members for the murder of an Italian Catholic priest in Mindanao, in the Philippines.
Struggle to spend time with God? Time to bring the Quiet Time into the New Year
When I became a Christian in the early 1990s, there was a non-negotiable bit of the religious life that got a mention in almost every talk and conversation with my youth worker.
Epiphany: Why the journey of the Magi is all about mission
This Sunday will mark the Christian feast of Epiphany, a world-wide Church celebration that in the west particularly recalls the storyof the Magi who visited the infant Christ. Though easily imagined as a familiar part of the Christmas story, the wise men are more radical than we think: their story is all about mission.
Were poor people part of the early church?
The Bible has several teachings regarding treating the poor, including the poor people in the church. All of them point out one crucial truth: God loves the poor, and we should too. He has His eyes set on them, and we should set our eyes on blessing and loving them, too. He is close to them and stands in their defense, and we should be, too.