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.
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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.
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.
Plymouth hosts Knife Angel as city churches unite for 28 days of prayer for peace
The Knife Angel is created from more than 100,000 knives and blades surrendered to police forces across the United Kingdom.
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Assisted suicide is wrong but even more so in a care crisis
For all the cries of care and compassion, a significant number of people exist who want to see this Bill become law for truly grotesque and utilitarian reasons. We cannot let them win.
UN rights panel hears concerns about discrimination against Christians in Europe
Christians in Europe are threatened by Islamist violence and government restrictions.
Iraqi Christian complex hit by suspected Iranian drone attack
A local church leader said the latest Middle East conflict would once again prompt the region's Christians to ask themselves whether they should stay or go.
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British court rejects Ukrainian extradition for Church supporter
A British court has rejected an extradition request by the Ukrainian government for a supporter of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church.
As missiles fly overhead, Christians in Lebanon are 'exhausted', says bishop
Tens of thousands of people are displaced in Lebanon as renewed strikes bring a fragile ceasefire to an end.
Gafcon elects council instead of figurehead to rival Archbishop of Canterbury
The Gafcon movement had been widely expected to appoint a primus but has instead chosen a "conciliar structure".
Iranian Bishop of Chelmsford denounces 'unjust and illegal' war
The Bishop of Chelmsford, who fled from Iran as a teenager, has denounced the US-Israeli attack on the country as “unjust and illegal”.
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January saw a rise in anti-Christian arson attacks in Europe
The true extent of anti-Christian hate crimes remains unclear as cases are not always reported.
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.
Assisted suicide is wrong but even more so in a care crisis
For all the cries of care and compassion, a significant number of people exist who want to see this Bill become law for truly grotesque and utilitarian reasons. We cannot let them win.
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.
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.
Justin Welby turned to therapy after resignation over John Smyth failings
Welby has admitted some failings, but taken issue with other claims in the Makin report.
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.
Is the Gen Z 'revival' in the US skin deep?
Even if they're coming to church, do they have a Christian worldview?
Who was St Piran and why is he the patron saint of Cornwall?
5 March is St Piran’s Day, the feast day of the patron saint of Cornwall. But who was St Piran, and what do we know about him? This is the story.
Scottish church leaders urge Holyrood to reject assisted suicide
A final vote on the issue is expected to be very close.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
Christians oppose allowing boys to wear dresses at school
Schools should not be lying to children, said Christian Concern.
How Greenland got the Bible
Greenland has been in the news recently. Despite a Christian presence for a thousand years, Greenland has only had the whole Bible since 1900. This is the story …
How faith and boxing are helping young people choose a different path
Darrel McLeish says his life was transformed through boxing and Christianity.
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?
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.