'Being Church in a time of conflict' - Church of England confronts global threats
Members of the Church of England’s General Synod arrived in York yesterday for five days of deliberation and discussion.
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NHS urged to engage meaningfully with faith groups
Engagement should be more than "tokenistic", says FaithAction.
Police investigating more Church in Wales clergy over historic sex offences
Concerns were raised and apparently nothing was done.
Church calls for reform of tax and spend regime
The document takes issue with Britain’s current “individualised” form of taxation, saying this this puts single-earner families “at a significant disadvantage”.
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Labour’s first year: looking back, praying forward
As we take stock of the first year of this Labour administration, let’s commit to praying for good government.
Disability cuts and assisted suicide would be a perfect storm
Many disabled people need to fight tooth and nail for the support that enables them to live. In the context of an assisted suicide law, hopeless and worn-down citizens who lack the support and solidarity they deserve may resign themselves to death.
Community-led school in South Sudan brings 'spring of hope' during humanitarian crisis
Fourteen years after gaining independence, a community-driven initiative is igniting hope for a better future through education in South Sudan.
What does true freedom look like?
In today’s world, “freedom” is often defined as the ability to act, speak, or think however we want. But Scripture offers a radically different, and far deeper, understanding of freedom.
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Christians face 'increasingly perilous existence' in Syria; church bombing serves as 'brutal reminder'
The bombing at the Mar Elias Church in Damascus, Syria, last month that killed over two dozen people is an indication that Syria's Islamist-led authorities under President Ahmad al‑Sharaa are enabling radicalism that threatens the existence of Syria's Christian community, experts warn.
Pastors can endorse political candidates without risking tax-exempt status, says IRS
The Internal Revenue Service agreed on Monday that pastors and other religious leaders can endorse political candidates to their congregation without threatening their tax-exempt status under a decades-old legislation called the Johnson Amendment.
Bibles burnt as Hindu extremists launch brutal assault on Indian church
A Christian congregation in central India has been left traumatised and fearing for their lives after a brutal assault by Hindu extremists on 8 June, during which Bibles were burnt, worshippers beaten, and a pastor left unconscious.
Appeal for Colombian priest missing for three weeks
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Here are 7 simple, meaningful ways to stay connected to God - no matter where you are.
EU takes aim at 'extremist' anti-LGBT Christians
The EU is becoming increasingly anti-Christian
Jess Phillips addresses role of faith communities in preventing abuse
The APPG is working to promote effective safeguarding of the vulnerable from abuse.
Pills by post fuels 'heartbreaking' rise in abortions
Things are likely to get worse well before they get better.
Church body urges restraint in Armenian church conflict
Relations between the Armenian Apostolic Church and the government are currently strained.
Four ways to change how Christians are portrayed in the media
National denominations and big Christian organisations can do so much – but motivated local churches, seeking to win coverage on their doorsteps, could help transform how the Church is perceived across the country and beyond.
Labour rejects calls to end parliamentary prayers
Our Christian heritage is "sort of important" says Labour figure
Cathedrals Cycle Relay concludes in Bradford after 2,000 miles
The 2,000-mile journey connected more than 40 cathedrals across the UK.
London resident threatens to sue council over trans display
The display was made in honour of the controversial Tavistock clinic
A pioneering bishop for the Anglican Mission in England
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Is a 'quiet revival' really taking place? Shock new study findings suggest Christianity may be in retreat
The challenge before the Christian Church is both stark and clear: to understand and engage a new generation if it is to have a future.
Texas holds day of prayer in wake of devastating flash floods
A day of prayer was observed across Texas on Sunday as the state continues to respond to devastating flash floods that have killed dozens, including a number of children who were attending a Christian summer camp.
Nicaraguan priest arrested because his driver was allegedly drunk
Even if the charges are true, the government's actions are unlawful.
Illinois community coming together to purchase Pope's old home
Debt-hit town in Illinois is looking to buy the Pope's childhood home.
The Chosen series 5 to premiere soon on Amazon Prime Video
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