Victory for ex-gay Christian who was prosecuted in Malta over 'conversion therapy' comments
It marks the end of a three-year legal battle for Matthew Grech who has been found not guilty of “advertising conversion practices” in Malta.
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Japanese Church leader warns of 'polite persecution' in the country
"Religion is not recognized as a moral authority in this country and as long as we contain ourselves in the Church premises, we are considered harmless and fine.”
Christian leaders raise alarm over end of repairs funding scheme
The Moderator of the Church of Scotland General Assembly said the funding gap may lead to more historic church buildings be sold off.
Christians oppose allowing boys to wear dresses at school
Schools should not be lying to children, said Christian Concern.
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Fears for Christian hospices and care homes if assisted suicide is legalised
The Catholic Church in England and Wales is asking people to pray that assisted suicide will not be made legal.
The prayer booklet connecting with sceptics
Christian Today speaks to Emma Weaver of trypraying to hear about how a simple prayer guide is engaging even more non-Christians in prayer for the first time.
Turkey should be placed on Special Watch List for barring foreign Christians, says US body
Both US and EU institutions have raised concerns about the issue.
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Iranian Christian leaders declare support for Reza Pahlavi
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Ex-gay Christian put on trial in Malta forced to wait again for verdict
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Christians praying for Iran after death of Supreme Leader Khamenei
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The battle for Christian freedom of expression on the streets of London is far from over
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Justice is 'being delivered', say Iranian Christians
A global network of Iranian Christians has welcomed targeted strikes against Iran’s leadership by the US and Israel.
3 members of Christian family murdered in India
The Christians were accused of practising black magic before their murders.
US unveils plan to end violence against Christians in Nigeria
The plans were detailed in a report by US Congressman Riley M Moore.
Turkey should be placed on Special Watch List for barring foreign Christians, says US body
Both US and EU institutions have raised concerns about the issue.
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Victory for ex-gay Christian who was prosecuted in Malta over 'conversion therapy' comments
It marks the end of a three-year-long legal battle for Matthew Grech who has been found not guilty of “advertising conversion practices” in Malta.
YouGov to repeat ‘Quiet Revival’ study amid scrutiny
Plans are under way to revisit one of the most debated religion surveys in recent years, as YouGov prepares to repeat its research into church attendance later this year following growing scrutiny of claims about a “quiet revival” in Britain.
Christians praying for Iran after death of Supreme Leader Khamenei
An Open Doors expert on Iran said the death of Khamenei "marks a significant and sobering moment in Iran’s history".
The prayer booklet connecting with sceptics
Christian Today speaks to Emma Weaver of trypraying to hear about how a simple prayer guide is engaging even more non-Christians in prayer for the first time.
Setback for Christian parents as Court of Appeal upholds VAT on private school fees
The Christian parents and schools behind the legal challenge plan to appeal to the Supreme Court.
What a recent doctor's visit taught me about modern Britain
Attention is one of the purest forms of love but so many people are going unnoticed, writes J John.
The sacred gift of rest: why we must pause and trust God
From the very beginning, God established the rhythm of rest.
How digital technology is bringing the Welsh Bible to more people
The digital age is making the Welsh Bible even more accessible.
Danny Kruger says Britain is 'suffering' because of damage done by sexual revolution
“I think we are suffering from having a totally unregulated sexual economy," he said.
The biblical alternative to self-reliance: surrendering to God’s love
The reality is we cannot fully trust ourselves.
Former Sri Lankan intelligence chief arrested over Easter bombings that killed 279
The 2019 bombings were the worst Islamist terror attack in Sri Lanka's modern history.
Media urged to ‘take its civic duty’ seriously
A call for greater engagement with broadcasters, newspapers and social media platforms has come from the executive director of an organisation promoting religious understanding in the media.
The state of Christianity and the medieval Church in England before the Reformation
As with much late-medieval faith, things were complex and there clearly was a hunger for a relationship with Christ, even if sometimes expressed in ways that would be rejected by later Reformers.
Christian teacher shot dead in Syrian sectarian violence
Christian school teacher, Iman Jarrous, was shot dead in Homs.
Assisted suicide falters in Westminster but receives final approval in Jersey
Kim Leadbeater's assisted suicide bill is expected to run out of time as Jersey moves towards Royal Assent.
The story of St David’s Day
Every year on March 1, people across Wales and Welsh communities around the world mark St David’s Day - a celebration of the country’s patron saint, its culture, and its proud heritage. But who was St David and why is he Wales’ patron saint?
Nigeria rejects claims it paid ransom and released Islamists to secure kidnapped children
A report by AFP includes claims that Nigeria paid as much as $7 million and released two Boko Haram commanders in exchange for the release of children and staff kidnapped from a Catholic school.
The Gorton and Denton by-election and the alarming rise of sectarianism in British politics
Whatever one’s political persuasion and affiliation, the voters of Britain who genuinely value democracy should be alarmed.
Taxing faith: The Court of Appeal’s VAT judgment and the future of Christian education
Measures that make faith-based education financially unviable do not serve the common good but restrict it, concentrating ever greater control in the hands of the government.
Churches need to support marriage, says Les Isaac
The Street Pastors founder said that Christian marriages are in need of serious help and repair.