Many Britons fear impact of nation's drift from Christianity - poll
“In this post-liberal moment, a trans-denominational Christian restoration is gathering momentum - intellectually, spiritually, and culturally," said Dr Jonathan Price.
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Bible sales grew in 2025, data shows
Strong sales in trivia, quiz books and religious titles highlight "sustained demand for escapism and insight", says NielsenIQ.
Catholic priest killed by Israeli tank fire in Lebanon
An IDF tank reportedly fired twice on a civilian dwelling.
Hospital unlawfully withdrew life sustaining treatment from man, court rules
The Christian Legal Centre said an inquiry into end-of-life care is "long overdue".
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Even our secular mainstream media can see where the real hope for this nation lies
I do not recall reading such a strong plug for the Bible and Christian faith in a column covering lifestyle and entertainment.
Support for assisted suicide in Scotland 'draining away'
The final vote is expected to be very close.
Christian couple separated from daughters after 'religious extremism' accusations lose appeal
Going to church three times a week is evidence of "religious extremism".
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Gafcon elects council instead of figurehead to rival Archbishop of Canterbury
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Orthodox Anglicans pursue path of 'principled disengagement' from Canterbury-led Communion
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Tom Holland appointed Bede Librarian at Durham Cathedral
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Christians lament government's new Islamophobia definition
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Concerns raised that government grooming gang inquiry will ignore Islam
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Iranian Bishop of Chelmsford denounces 'unjust and illegal' war
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Two more Christians confirmed killed in Iran protests
A total of 19 Christians have been confirmed dead as a result of a crackdown on anti-government protests.
'Almost 400 million Christians worldwide face persecution or violence,' Holy See warns
Christians remain the most persecuted religious group globally, the Holy See’s representative to the United Nations in Geneva has warned, urging governments to strengthen protections for freedom of religion.
Francis Chan apologises for past endorsements of fallen ministry leaders
Pastor and New York Times–bestselling author Francis Chan has issued a public apology acknowledging that his past endorsements of Mike Bickle and other Christian leaders who were later disgraced by scandal contributed to confusion, hurt and broken trust within the Church.
Fresh drive to reach 100,000 girls with anti-trafficking programme
An international charity has committed to reaching 100,000 girls worldwide who are at risk of human trafficking.
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Christian couple separated from daughters after 'religious extremism' accusations lose appeal
Going to church three times a week is evidence of "religious extremism".
Religious ‘nones’ reach record high in US
Only 47% of Americans say religion is ‘very important’.
Many Britons fear impact of nation's drift from Christianity - poll
“In this post-liberal moment, a trans-denominational Christian restoration is gathering momentum - intellectually, spiritually, and culturally," said Dr Jonathan Price.
Bible sales grew in 2025, data shows
Strong sales in trivia, quiz books and religious titles highlight "sustained demand for escapism and insight", says NielsenIQ.
House of Lords votes to close online porn 'loopholes'
The Online Safety Act may have reduced online pornography, but may also have been used to stifle free speech.
'Circle that never ends': 9 million face serial job rejection in UK, causing a self-esteem crisis - report
Some 9 million UK adults have been turned down for 10 or more jobs in the past year, as a new report warns of a growing rejection cycle that is damaging confidence, mental health and long-term employment prospects.
Keeping peace: loving the enemy to the end
Lent invites us to slow down long enough to look again at how Christ loved.
Faith communities generate £250m annually for Welsh economy - report
Faith communities across Wales are delivering social action worth at least £250m a year while playing a vital role in addressing poverty, loneliness and mental health pressures.
House of Lords urged to back abolition of non-crime hate incidents
The House of Lords is being urged to vote in favour of abolishing controversial non-crime hate incidents (NCHIs).
Tom Holland appointed Bede Librarian at Durham Cathedral
Holland said he was honoured to take up the role.
The story of the Bible’s female leaders
8 March is International Women’s Day. In the Bible we can read about the roles that many women played in leadership and ministry. This is the story …
Christians lament government's new Islamophobia definition
“The positives are relative to how bad it could have been."
Why the world needs more women like Dullari
In the UK, gender equality conversations often focus on pay gaps or female representation in leadership, but in Nepal the struggle is far more basic. It is whether a girl can go to school, whether a woman can seek medical care without permission from her husband, and whether she can live in her own home without fear.
Charity helps women affected by leprosy reclaim their independence
Women affected by leprosy are receiving support and training to regain their independence and challenge discrimination in communities across Asia and Africa.
Medical professionals warn Scotland against voting for assisted suicide
A host of medical bodies, as well as church leaders, have publicly opposed assisted suicide.
How Christians should respond when senior public figures are arrested
The first thing Christians must do is uphold the principle of 'innocent until proven guilty'.
Orthodox Anglicans pursue path of 'principled disengagement' from Canterbury-led Communion
The Gafcon movement has declared itself to be the true Anglican Communion as it continues its shift away from the historic instruments of communion under the spiritual leadership of the Archbishop of Canterbury.
Concerns raised that government grooming gang inquiry will ignore Islam
"I grew up a Christian .. it was just used as a way to break me down, as in ‘Where is your God now? Why has your God forsaken you?” said one rape gang survivor.
UN rights panel hears concerns about discrimination against Christians in Europe
Christians in Europe are threatened by Islamist violence and government restrictions.
Poll finds majority support legal protection for unborn babies with heartbeat
A pro-life organisation is urging the UK government to introduce new legal protections for unborn babies with detectable heartbeats.