Mark Woods

Israel: Cremisan Valley confiscation will 'finish Christians' mayor tells Vatican
Bethlehem mayor Vera Baboun has made an impassioned plea for help in resisting plans to extend the separation wall.

Playmobil Martin Luther model is fastest-selling ever
The great Reformer is a popular figure in Germany, which saw a rush to buy the plastic figurines.

The Digest: The week in five key stories
The highs and lows of the week on Christian Today.

Hookahs with Jesus images offend Jordan's Catholics
The traditional hubble-bubble pipes are being decorated with "indecent" images of Christ.

Ban lethal drones, say religious leaders
More than 150 religious leaders have said that drones kill too many innocent civilians and that their use is morally questionable.

'Practising' gay clergy could be ordained by United Methodists
A world-wide leadership conference has recommended a change in the denomination's rules.

Lottery Fund boost for world's oldest Methodist chapel
Bristol's New Room, founded by John Wesley, will get a revamp and new facilities.

Yoga: spiritually dangerous or just a good workout?
A church made headlines because it evicted a yoga class. Mark Woods offers his thoughts.

Archbishops apologise for Holocaust remarks by New Zealand bishop
Bishop John Gray's comments about the Holocaust and Islamic State offended Jews and Muslims.

Bishop Heather Cook suspended following fatal hit-and-run
A 'Restriction on Ordained Ministry' notice prohibits Maryland's first female Episcopal bishop from functioning as a bishop or priest.

World marks Nelson Mandela's release, 25 years on
Mandela's release from Victor Verster prison was one of history's great moments.

'Free spirit' Kayla Mueller remembered by friends and family
A moving letter released yesterday expressed her faith in God.

Heather Cook manslaughter case: Episcopal Church 'repentance' over her appointment
The president of the Church's House of Deputies has called for a review of procedures.

'Nazi' warning on India church burnings from Catholic bishop
An Indian bishop has said that the Government is failing to tackle the problem.

Staying safe online: how we can help create a better internet
Real tragedies are rare, but Christians can help create a better online culture.

Christian Zionism used to justify 'apartheid on steroids', says World Vision vice-president
Steve Haas has come under fire for backing Palestinians.