David Goodwin
Unique experiences go under the hammer for National Churches Trust
A private tour personally led by a peripatetic Python and a behind-the-scenes, all-access experience that will let you sit in on a live broadcast out of the Classic FM studios in London's Leicester Square. These are just two of the items that form part of a collection of special experiences bidders will be able to make an offer on thanks to an online auction being held this month.
Tensions rise in Australia over Religious Discrimination Bill
As Australian politicians prepare for debate over proposed new religious discrimination laws, senior faith leaders have warned that as the proposed legislation currently stands faith groups in Australia could go a "long way backwards".
New study explores Mother Teresa's spiritual struggles
A new study from the University of Birmingham has explored the doubts and struggles Mother Teresa battled throughout her ministry and life, revealing a human side that many believers will be able to identify with.
Global Christian community invited to gather in 25 hours of prayer and worship
"For the first time in history, the entire global Church is actually able to gather. So we are inviting all 2.5 billion people who love Jesus to come together to pray, to see stories of the church, and to commission them to become missionaries wherever they are to reach the ends of the earth."
Christians must advocate for end to war, say bishops
The International Affairs department of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales has released a new document that presents a Catholic approach to issues around arms control and disarmament.
1,500-year-old church drawings shed light on early pilgrimages
"Pilgrims visited the church and left their personal mark in the form of ship drawings on its walls."
Sudan's Christians fear the world has abandoned them
With the world's focus on ongoing wars in Europe and the Middle East, the victims of a conflict in Africa fear that they are at risk of being forgotten and are calling on the West to remember their plight.
Finishing the work that John Wycliffe started
A fifth of the world still lacks access to the Bible in their first language.
Archaeology in the Holy Land finds evidence supporting Bible's historical records
New research in the Holy Land into the growth and construction of Jerusalem is lending further credence to recordings contained within the ancient texts of the Bible.
Former Aussie PM pens memoir of faith
"People used to accuse me of peddling my faith, which I found outrageous by the way. If I was peddling my faith, you would have known. Based on what you've now read, I kept all of that within."
Safety of abbeys and monasteries is attracting solo female travellers
"Many women are surprised but delighted to discover they are able to stay in monasteries and convents both here in the UK and in many countries across Europe,"
Olympian's fire for God continues to burn a century on
Immortalised in the classic movie Chariots of Fire, Liddell was known for his unwavering faith in God and his refusal to compromise his beliefs for anyone.
Christian charity launches safeguarding manifesto
The charity has launched the manifesto ahead of the upcoming general election.
New Christian film removes obstacles for deaf people
Premiering this month, the movie was written and produced by deaf professionals, ensuring the Gospel story is presented through a deaf lens while remaining true to the Biblical account of Christ's life.
Christians call for end to India's forced conversion laws
Release International, a UK-based Christian ministry, has used India's national elections to renew calls for an end to anti-conversion laws, saying they have led to an increase in arrests of Christians and violence against believers.
Christians pray as India goes to the polls
As the world's second-most populous country prepares to vote, India's Christians will be joining together in prayer and fasting as they ask for God's guidance and protection in a nation that is increasingly hostile to their faith.