Evangelicals concerned about Church of England trajectory after vote on sexuality document
Church of England clergy no longer need to affirm Issues in Human Sexuality.
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London prayer event aims to 'Make the UK Holy Again'
Some 300 Christians from the US and Korea are already confirmed to attend.
Nigeria still struggling to protect Christians from Fulani extremists
One man from the Civil Defence Corps gave his life against hopeless odds.
Christian nurse still suspended after using biologically accurate language
“I had to expose what was happening to me, and for that I have been severely punished and face losing my career.”
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The most dangerous book in the world
The Bible is powerful. That is why it is feared by regimes who want all power to rest solely with them.
A lone Synod voice against the cosy consensus on Issues in Human Sexuality
It took a brave dissenter to defy the cosy consensus at the Church of England's General Synod over ditching the Bishops’ teaching document that officially prevented practising homosexuals from being ordained.
Justin Welby's updated views on homosexuality not helpful, says critic
Welby now believes homosexual relationships can be a "huge blessing".
Gloucester Cathedral completes 5-year renovation project
A team of stonemasons worked to integrate new stone into the building and have even added a group of four “grotesques”.
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Justin Welby's updated views on homosexuality not helpful, says critic
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Police investigating more Church in Wales clergy over historic sex offences
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Päivi Räsänen may leave church over gay stance
Päivi Räsänen's denomination has opened up churches to same-sex weddings and blessings.
Islamist militants take advantage of chaos in the Congo
The "Allied Democratic Forces" are not as friendly as they sound.
Ruto’s church plan sparks controversy over faith and state in Kenya
President William Ruto has unveiled plans to construct an enormous Christian church within the grounds of Kenya’s presidential residence in Nairobi - a move that has drawn both praise and fierce criticism, igniting a national debate on religion’s place in the public sphere.
Holy Land Christians need support of global Church, says Archbishop of Jerusalem
"We need the wider body of Christ to help us to be the church in brutal and damaging times.”
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Gloucester Cathedral completes 5-year renovation project
A team of stonemasons worked to integrate new stone into the building and have even added a group of four “grotesques”.
Hundreds gather for mass baptism at Bournemouth Beach during heatwave
At the weekend, amid a prolonged heatwave, 92 people were baptised in the sea beside Boscombe Pier in Bournemouth during a public ceremony attended by hundreds of people.
Christians in West Bank targeted by Israeli settlers as violence intensifies
Violence by Israeli settlers is now at a 20 year high.
Justin Welby's updated views on homosexuality not helpful, says critic
Welby now believes homosexual relationships can be a "huge blessing".
A former Concorde captain's journey through flight and faith
Christian Today speaks to Brian Walpole OBE to hear more about his remarkable career as a captain of Concorde and meeting God at 60,000 feet in the air.
Church of England approves multi-million pound abuse redress scheme
The comprehensive redress scheme was approved by its parliamentary body, the General Synod, after four years of debate and discussion.
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”.
Pentecostal Church demolished by Sudanese forces
It's not the first time a church has been targeted in Sudan
EU Parliament passes resolution calling for protection of Christians in Syria
“This resolution marks an important step toward building international momentum to protect Christians and other religious minorities in Syria."
Priests demand probe after arson at ancient church in West Bank's last remaining Christian town
Priests in the last remaining Christian town in the West Bank have called for an "immediate and transparent investigation" following a series of alleged attacks by Jewish settlers in Taybeh.
Low birth rate and soaring abortions are a sign of 'cultural rot', says pro-life group
In some parts of the country, nearly half of pregnancies end in abortion
Police investigating more Church in Wales clergy over historic sex offences
Concerns were raised and apparently nothing was done.
Pills by post fuels 'heartbreaking' rise in abortions
Things are likely to get worse well before they get better.
Church of England approves £1.6 billion funding package for next three years
The Church of England's parliamentary body has approved a spending package for the next three years to the tune of £1.6 billion.
7 simple ways to stay close to God when you're on holiday
Here are 7 simple, meaningful ways to stay connected to God - no matter where you are.
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.