Report highlights injustices experienced by Christians in the Holy Land
Jerusalem Church leaders have released a report detailing the struggles and challenges currently faced be Christians living in the Holy Land.
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The story of the Christmas Truce of 1914
On Christmas Eve in 1914, many men were in the trenches fighting the war, but the spirit of Christmas halted the conflict for a brief period. This is the story …
Over 320,000 people sign petition opposing Macron's '21st century mark' on Notre-Dame
Over 323,000 people have signed a petition in opposition to new stained-glass window designs for Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris.
Muslims block Christians from celebrating Christmas in Indonesia
The Muslims held back and pushed members of the church as they struggled to make their way to prayer post for Christmas services.
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Have you lost the wonder of Christmas?
For you who have been followers of Jesus Christ for a long time, maybe the pain and suffering of this world and the darkness you have had to live through this past year has gotten you down to the point of complete and utter discouragement. But all is not lost.
New Islamophobia definition still a threat to freedom, says Christian Concern
Concerns have been raised that a proposed new definition of “Islamophobia” could encompass even simple statements of fact about Islamic practice.
Legal action launched challenge to civil service participation in LGBT Pride events
The Christian Institute has initiated legal proceedings against Keir Starmer in a bid to end civil service participation in controversial Pride marches.
Five cherished Christmas carols and the stories behind them
Each carol has its own interesting story that adds to the joy of singing them.
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Evangelical vicar accused of abuse won't stand trial
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The origins of ‘traditional’ Christmas celebrations
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Pro-life campaigner who silently prayed in abortion clinic buffer zone criminally charged
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Over 320,000 people sign petition opposing Macron's '21st century mark' on Notre-Dame
Over 323,000 people have signed a petition in opposition to new stained-glass window designs for Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris.
Venezuela stops cardinal from leaving country
The cardinal has spoken out against the excesses of the Maduro government.
13 Christians abducted in church attack in Nigeria
Thirteen Christians have been abducted by a militia group in Nigeria following a skirmish in Kogi State.
Catholics in Mozambique caring for survivors of Jihadist violence
International attention on Mozambique is scarce.
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Legal action launched challenge to civil service participation in LGBT Pride events
The Christian Institute has initiated legal proceedings against Keir Starmer in a bid to end civil service participation in controversial Pride marches.
Salvation Army volunteer steps down after 40 years of hosting Christmas Day meals
A longstanding community tradition in Braintree will enter a new chapter this Christmas as David Mann, a 79-year-old Salvation Army member, retires from leading the Christmas Day meal he founded more than four decades ago.
What we don’t know about Christmas
Every Christmas people are bombarded with images of the Nativity in Christmas cards, the lyrics of songs and Nativity plays. Yet many of the images embedded in our minds are pure tradition. In fact, there is a lot that we do not know. This is the story …
The mystery of the Wise Men
The carol assures us that “We three kings of Orient are…” and tells us they were “following yonder star”. Can we be sure there were three of them? Were they kings? Where in the Orient were they from? What was the star they followed? In fact, there is a lot that we just do not know. This is the story …
Pro-life campaigner who silently prayed in abortion clinic buffer zone criminally charged
A pro-life campaigner who silently prayed near an abortion clinic in Birmingham has been criminally charged.
The origins of ‘traditional’ Christmas celebrations
Today in the UK we celebrate Christmas and the period around it with many familiar traditions and activities. There is an understandable assumption that we have always done things this way. However, celebrating Christmas has a long and complex history and things change over time.
Richard Moth appointed as new Archbishop of Westminster
Bishop Richard Moth has been confirmed as the new Archbishop of Westminster, the most senior post in the Catholic Church in England and Wales.
Sarah Mullally reiterates apology as safeguarding record comes under the spotlight
The incoming Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, has come under pressure over her handling of past safeguarding cases.
Guinness Book of Records recognises 'the world’s longest serving Sunday School teacher'
Pam Knowles started helping out her church Sunday school in 1951 at the age of 13.
Faith in the festive chaos: how you can sustain your family’s faith this Christmas
Anna Hawken, Parenting for Faith from BRF Ministries, has some helpful tips for families to connect with God in the midst of the "December tornado".
Court hearing for grandmother arrested after holding sign in abortion clinic buffer zone
A Christian grandmother who was arrested after holding a sign offering assistance to women considering an abortion appeared in court on Friday.
Half of Armenian archbishops have been thrown in jail
The Armenian government has been in conflict with the church for a number of years now.
New study uncovers why some people leave their childhood faith and others stay
A new analysis from the Pew Research Center suggests that decisions about faith are often made early in life — and once made, they tend to last.
Christians protest LGBT nativity play where Jesus is 'King of the Gays'
The university and students' union said the play was within the bounds of free speech laws.
Former moderator of Church of Scotland teams up with pop star to release Christmas song
What do you do when you've retired from leading a church?
Christians join Westminster protest against puberty blockers trial
The government is planning on trialling new puberty blockers for young people.
Pastor who gave sermon near abortion clinic stands trial
No mention of abortion was made in the sermon.
Church of England bishops delay final decision on same-sex blessings
The Church of England's House of Bishops has postponed a final decision on the Living in Love and Faith process as it continues to work on proposals.
Evangelical vicar accused of abuse won't stand trial
A leading figure among conservative evangelical Anglicans will not stand trial for alleged abuse, it has emerged.
Keir Starmer praises faith and church volunteers in Christmas interview
Church volunteers "are the true Britain" and doing the country proud, the Prime Minister said.