Calls for shift away from Western-led mission towards greater global leadership
“Mission today comes from everywhere and goes to everywhere,” says Andy Roberts, head of Church Mission Society.
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8 killed in attack on church in Jordan
In response to the shooting, Church leaders vowed that Christians will not be driven from their homeland.
The Christian candidate who lost the election but won my respect
Helen Spiby-Vann secured just 63 votes in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election, but her campaign made me reconsider the value of an explicitly Christian voice in politics, writes Christian Hacking.
Can we afford the society we have created?
Is spending spiralling out of control? Should the state be doing everything we expect of it, or can we simply no longer afford the society we have created?
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‘The UK is a mission field’ - churches encouraged to embrace cross-cultural mission on their doorstep
Churches are being encouraged to embrace cross-cultural mission on their own doorstep by building relationships with people of different backgrounds and generations who may have little or no contact with Christianity.
Yemen is key funding hub for Islamic State attacks on Christians - report
The report warns that Christians are seen as a particular target by the Islamic State.
Afghanistan's first dedicated Christian TV channel launches despite Taliban restrictions
Mozhda TV, which its founders describe as the first Afghan Christian television channel, began broadcasting Saturday, Oct. 24, as church leaders, mission partners and Afghan believers gathered to mark its launch.
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Priest dies after cross falls on him during livestreamed Mass
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John Lennox urges Christians to overcome fear of sharing their faith
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The Conversion Practices Bill is weaponised vagueness
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Hillsong’s Joel Houston opens up about season of 'soul-searching' after difficult few years
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Young people are finding their way to the Christian faith through media, says bishop
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Christians remember Aberfan disaster 60 years on
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Polish Parliament votes to liberalise abortion laws
Polish abortion laws would remain among the toughest in Europe, but a direction of travel could be established.
Christian widows in Nigeria hold fast to faith as they rebuild lives after violence
Hundreds of Christian widows in Nigeria’s Plateau State are putting their lives back together after losing husbands, homes and livelihoods to violence.
Canada turns abandoned historic church into tourism hub
Worship is not on the menu, it seems.
'Heinous' attack by Israeli settlers on Christian village denounced
Arrests have been made.
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Sharing your faith: practical tips for evangelism
As someone who regularly participates in street evangelism and teaches the Bible to young people, I have learnt a few lessons along the way.
‘The UK is a mission field’ - churches encouraged to embrace cross-cultural mission on their doorstep
Churches are being encouraged to embrace cross-cultural mission on their own doorstep by building relationships with people of different backgrounds and generations who may have little or no contact with Christianity.
Hillsong’s Joel Houston opens up about season of 'soul-searching' after difficult few years
The Hillsong United frontman revealed that he even spent two to three years largely away from church.
The Conversion Practices Bill is weaponised vagueness
Laws to ban so-called 'conversion therapy' are a tool to enforce submission to LGBTQ+ ideology and nothing more.
Ebola death toll mounts as outbreak spreads further across DR Congo
Healthcare workers are struggling to contain the disease amid shortages of essential medical equipment and ongoing insecurity.
Isle of Man assisted suicide bill receives Royal Assent
Although approved, assisted suicides will not be happening on the Isle of Man any time soon.
Report shows the benefits of affordable food clubs
Affordable food clubs provide more than just food.
Christian group calls for ban on pimping websites
Naughty ads in phone boxes have largely been superseded by online facilitation but the risks to the women involved remain the same.
Christians remember Aberfan disaster 60 years on
It was described by one individual as "the ministry of tears".
Research suggests married mothers are happier
New research has suggested that married mothers report significantly higher levels of happiness than those who are single or unmarried.
Bishop urges churches to embrace growing interest in Christianity
The Bishop of Blackburn has called on churches across Lancashire to prepare for a renewed interest in Christianity, saying there are encouraging signs of a “rebirth” among young people and families exploring faith.
Anti-Christian harassment continues to rise in Jerusalem
Many perpetrators believe their actions are justified under Judaic law.
Children’s declining wellbeing linked to lack of belonging, Christian charity warns
A fifth of young people across the UK struggle to feel at home in their local area, according to a new report from Christian charity The Children’s Society.
US Episcopal Church membership falls below 1.5 million as decades-long decline continues
The US Episcopal Church has reported a further decline in membership and worship attendance, with new data it has fallen below 1.5 million members despite signs of post-pandemic stabilisation.
The inspiring story of St Luke: the man who wrote a quarter of the New Testament
18 October is St Luke’s Day. This year’s observance has particular significance, marking the 500th anniversary of the first printed publication of Luke’s Gospel in English. This is the story …
‘Strength does not always look impressive’: living with OCD as a Christian
Thea Joshi, of the Centre for Mental Health, reflects on living with OCD as a Christian and what churches and fellow Christians can do to help those living with the condition.
Priest dies after cross falls on him during livestreamed Mass
A priest in Guayaquil, Ecuador, has died after a crucifix fell on him during an evening Mass on Saturday.
Churches must do more to equip Christians for evangelism, says J John
Churches need to devote more time and resources to evangelism and do more to equip their members to share their faith with non-Christians, evangelist Canon J John has said.
Young people are finding their way to the Christian faith through media, says bishop
Bishop Ruth Bushyager says an exciting shift is happening after years of unfulfilling secularism.
John Lennox urges Christians to overcome fear of sharing their faith
“What we all can do is to share what Christ has done for us,” he said.
