When Eastern Europe appeared to be going Protestant
The crucial question is: why did so much of the early Protestant advance subsequently disappear?
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MPs vote against assisted suicide in 'victory for hope, compassion and life'
Almost the exact same Parliament voting for the almost exact same bill - but a very different result.
170 baptised at Bigbury-on-Sea
Mass baptisms in the sea are becoming more popular.
Met accused of ‘ineffective’ policing at March for Life UK
Only one arrest was made on the day - a pro-lifer who was subsequently released without charge.
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Historic UK churches face growing maintenance crisis despite £2.6m in grants
The National Churches Trust has warned that historic church buildings across the UK are facing mounting financial and maintenance pressures, despite awarding more than £2.6 million in grants during 2025.
Methodists submit environmental complaint against HSBC
HSBC has said it is committed to achieving climate related targets.
Leaked SNP abortion motion 'deeply troubling'
Abortion is now the leading cause of death in Scotland.
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Decline in marriage and relationships among factors driving global fertility slump - study
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Christian nationalists 'are neither patriots nor Christians', says Church of England's parliamentary rep
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Many Christians among the missing and dead after Nepal floods
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More than 30 Christians Slain in Plateau State, Nigeria
Attacks on villages of one area also leave injuries and destruction.
Many Christians among the missing and dead after Nepal floods
Christianity has grown in Nepal, despite rising persecution.
US closes door to Christians fleeing persecution, report warns
The United States is on track to admit zero Christians fleeing from the world's worst countries for persecution in fiscal year 2026, according to a new report from the global watchdog Open Doors and the Evangelical refugee resettlement agency World Relief.
Extremist abductions in Nigeria surge by 153% as violence rises again, report finds
Abductions linked to extremist violence in Nigeria more than doubled in the final three months of 2025, according to a new report warning that insecurity in the country is worsening again after several years of comparatively lower violence.
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Seeing God at work in everyday life
In her new book, 605 Everyday Miracles, Alpha UK director Chloe Swart challenges the perception that miraculous healing is reserved for extraordinary people or church events.
Street preacher acquitted in Soho ‘safe space’ case
The Christian Legal Centre has welcomed the acquittal of a Christian preacher who was accused of violating an LGBT “safe space” by distributing tracts about Sodom and Gomorrah.
Egyptian pastor warns of ‘unholy alliance’ between Islam and left-wingers
What do Muslims, LGBT activists and trade unions all have in common?
Extremist abductions in Nigeria surge by 153% as violence rises again, report finds
Abductions linked to extremist violence in Nigeria more than doubled in the final three months of 2025, according to a new report warning that insecurity in the country is worsening again after several years of comparatively lower violence.
Christian, pro-life groups rally against assisted suicide
Andy Burnham appears less keen on assisted suicide than Keir Starmer.
Churches make ‘significant’ contribution to essential services in local communities, study finds
Churches could be providing as many as a quarter of a million essential community services across England, according to new research.
First Cornish musical setting of the Eucharist receives cultural award
The Cornish People’s Mass, a Eucharistic service entirely in the Cornish language, has been recognised with a prestigious award for its cultural significance. This is the story …
Christian nationalists 'are neither patriots nor Christians', says Church of England's parliamentary rep
The Second Church Estates Commissioner made the comments in response to questions from MPs.
James Orr stands down as adviser to Reform after donations sting
Cambridge theologian James Orr has stepped down as head of policy for Reform UK following a sting operation by climate activists.
Nightclub deal with St Paul's Cathedral a 'sad reflection' on Christianity
Questionable music events in Britain's cathedrals are becoming increasingly common
Thousands March for Life in London
Counter-protestors stormed a Mass at Westminster Cathedral
Ukrainian bishop on war: ‘We understand the value of peace most clearly when it is gone’
A Ukrainian Catholic bishop has spoken of the immense value of peace and religious freedom as his country marks 35 years since regaining independence from the Soviet Union while continuing to endure the devastation of war.
Scottish Christian woman recognised in Auschwitz memorial plaque
Teacher Jane Haining refused to abandon her Jewish schoolchildren and eventually died in Auschwitz.
Church of England hopes to build 2,000 homes to ease housing crisis
The Church of England wishes to "lead by example" in tackling the housing crisis.
Pete Greig shares prophetic word: 'Prepare for war'
Christian author and 24-7 Prayer founder Pete Greig has shared a prophetic warning which he believes Christians should take seriously - “Prepare for war.”
Calls for release of Christian pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong
Nancy Pelosi told colleagues on the House floor that lawmakers must speak out for freedom.
We need to rethink what it means to be a grandparent
I have felt, in my own life, the joy that grandparenting can bring. But I have also come to see how unevenly that joy, and that responsibility, is shared, says Kim Samuel, founder of the Belonging Forum.
What do we know about Jesus’ father, Joseph?
What do we actually know about Joseph - historically, biblically, and through later Christian tradition?
Decline in marriage and relationships among factors driving global fertility slump - study
A growing “relationship recession”, alongside economic insecurity, delayed parenthood and changing attitudes towards having children, is contributing to an unprecedented fall in fertility rates around the world, according to a major new study.
Earl Spencer is right to raise concerns about the Church of England’s historic buildings
The light shone by Charles Spencer, brother of the late Diana, Princess of Wales, on the financial threat to Britain’s historic churches is significant - although there is a notable omission.