Church of England celebrates continued post-pandemic growth
The Church said it was encouraged by five years in a row of growth while acknowledging that growth, attendance and participation remain below pre-pandemic levels.
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Let’s encourage our churches to support and pray for their elected representatives
Last week’s elections confirm that people have lost trust in both the system and the politicians - and the fragmentation that exists in British politics.
Can the Middle East learn how to respect religious freedom from Kurdistan?
Kurdistan "offers an example imperfect but meaningful of what coexistence can look like".
After the elections, what next for Britain?
If the two-party system is indeed dead, as both Zack Polanski and Nigel Farage claim, it’s because members of these two parties have failed, promoting ideologies that are alien to the British character, and serving their own interests, rather than those of the people.
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Are we losing the ability to be still? ADHD, digital distraction and the spiritual battle for attention
What if modern life itself is making sustained attention, inner stillness and mental clarity increasingly difficult for almost everyone?
Christians among main victims of Islamist violence in eastern DRC
Christians in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are facing escalating violence from an Islamic State-linked militant group accused of massacres, abductions and systematic terror attacks across villages and churches, according to a major new Amnesty International report.
World Cup 2026 mission campaign aims to mobilise 10,000 churches
Evangelism and discipleship ministry Cru is hoping to mobilise 10,000 churches to spread the gospel during this summer’s World Cup taking place in the US, Canada and Mexico.
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Christians among main victims of Islamist violence in eastern DRC
Christians in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are facing escalating violence from an Islamic State-linked militant group accused of massacres, abductions and systematic terror attacks across villages and churches, according to a major new Amnesty International report.
Historic Mozambique church destroyed in extremist attack as church leaders appeal for peace
Church leaders in northern Mozambique have renewed calls for peace and religious unity after militants destroyed a historic church during a violent raid in Cabo Delgado Province.
Päivi Räsänen to appeal to ECHR after conviction over biblical pamphlet
Räsänen's case has been ongoing for years now.
Report warns of continued anti-Christian hostility across Europe during April
There were dozens of anti-Christian incidents across Europe in April, including violent attacks during Easter services, church vandalism, desecrations, arson cases, and assaults on clergy and worshippers.
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Understanding the reasons for the conviction of Päivi Räsänen
In Finland cultural, or in this case, legal power is being used to shut down scientific discussion.
Seismic elections in the UK – the good, the bad and the ugly
I would suggest that, leaving out the hyperbole, these are the most significant elections since Maggie Thatcher was elected – or perhaps the Brexit referendum. What can Christians make of it all?
Christian Reform UK voters 'want their country back'
Nigel Farage has clashed with CoE leaders in the past.
The Bohemian queen who was a catalyst for the English Reformation
11 May 2026 is the 660th anniversary of the birth of Anne of Bohemia, wife of King Richard II of England, who played an important role in the history of the English Bible. This is the story …
Irish church leaders denounce 'epidemic' of violence against women
Church leaders in Ireland have expressed their “sympathy and prayerful support” to the families of women who have been killed in “an epidemic of violence against women sweeping across Ireland”.
Who was Mother Julian of Norwich and why is she important?
8 May is the traditional day to remember Mother Julian of Norwich. She is important because her book remains a classic of Christian spirituality and is the first book in English known to have been written by a woman. This is her story …
New report accuses Armenian government of targeting Apostolic Church
The report came as EU leaders gathered in Yerevan.
Scotland faces crisis of belonging as loneliness deepens across society
Younger adults - despite being the most digitally connected generation in history - are increasingly struggling to form meaningful relationships and stable communities.
Church of England publishes report on mission funding impact
Over £100m went to Church of England dioceses and mission partners.
Faith plays key role in young people’s mental wellbeing - study
A new study suggests that religion can play a significant role in shaping the mental health and emotional resilience of young people, particularly when it is expressed through positive coping practices.
‘Biggest mission opportunity’: Gospel campaign launched ahead of World Cup
Christian charity Hope Together UK is encouraging churches and individuals across the UK to seize what it describes as “the biggest mission opportunity” during this summer’s FIFA World Cup, with the launch of a new football-themed outreach resource.
'Managerial' secularism becoming commonplace across Europe, says rights group
Human Rights Without Frontiers (HRWF) says that governmental restrictions on religions freedom have reached their highest level in Europe in two decades.
Church of England leaders must do more to support British Jews
Lord Toby Young’s powerful speech in London in support of British Jews sets an example for the Church of England.
Pastor Greg Locke's 20-year-old son dies from drug overdose
Greg Locke, pastor of Global Vision Bible Church in Lebanon, Tennessee, announced Friday that his 20-year-old son, Evan Roberts Locke, has died.
Christians petition for protection of pastors in Colombia following murders
A petition will be presented to the new president.
'Dark day' as retired pastor is convicted for preaching John 3:16 near abortion facilities
A retired pastor has been found guilty of breaching an abortion clinic 'safe access zone' after he preached a sermon on John 3:16.