Obianuju Mbah
Major new report maps how the world engages with the Bible
The Bible Society has unveiled a sweeping analysis of how culture, religion, politics and economics shape engagement with Scripture across the globe.
Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: forbearance in the waiting
Our next stop on the journey through the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23) is forbearance, also translated as patience or long-suffering - one of the most stretching yet beautiful fruits.
Princess Anne visits church parish to see modern ministry in action
Princess Anne recently paid a special visit to Bennachie Parish Church in Aberdeenshire to learn how the reformed parish is finding fresh, creative ways to share the message of Jesus Christ.
Armenia urged to end crackdown on Apostolic Church as global concern grows
Religious freedom in Armenia — the world’s oldest Christian nation — is facing one of its most serious crises in decades, according to a new report warning of escalating confrontation between Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s government and the Armenian Apostolic Holy Church (AAHC).
Christians in Myanmar face worsening persecution as churches destroyed and clergy targeted
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has renewed its call for urgent international action as Myanmar’s military intensifies its campaign against Christian and other minor religious communities.
More Americans report a resurgence in religion’s impact on public life, study finds
A new Pew Research Center study reveals a significant shift in how Americans perceive religion’s role in society, with a growing share of adults saying faith is finding renewed prominence in public life.
Work as worship: seeing our daily labour as a gift from God
Work is not the enemy of rest — it’s an extension of worship.
Study reveals hopes for the future but reservations about Church’s readiness for a changing world
“Young people are discipled by YouTube more than by pastors. The Church must step into that gap."
YouVersion plans global Bible-reading event as it celebrates billionth download
The world’s most popular Bible app, YouVersion, is honouring a landmark moment as its Bible apps surpass one billion downloads worldwide, by inviting Christians worldwide to unite in Scripture through a month-long Global Bible Month celebration.
20 Christians killed as jihadist violence intensifies in Mozambique
A new wave of jihadist attacks in northern Mozambique has left at least 20 Christians dead and thousands displaced, as militants linked to the Islamic State continue to target Christian communities, churches and homes.
Global report warns of sharp decline in religious freedom
Religious freedom is under growing threat across the globe and even "disappearing" in many countries, according to a new report released by Aid to the Church in Need (ACN).
Church leaders call on Russia to return Ukrainian children
The forced transfer of Ukrainian children to Russia was described as a “deep wound inflicted upon the image of God".
Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: peace in the chaos
Continuing our journey through the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23), we now turn to another precious gift — peace.
Christian group demands transparent probe into murder of Mexican Catholic priest
Human rights organisation Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has urged Mexican authorities to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into the killing of Roman Catholic priest Father Bertoldo Pantaléon Estrada, whose body was found with several gunshot wounds in Guerrero State earlier this month.
Church-run family centre in Stornoway boosts wellbeing across the Western Isles
A major new community facility designed to support families and promote wellbeing across the Western Isles has reached a key landmark, with the official handover of The Barn Family Centre in Stornoway.
Young Britons more hopeful than older generations about ending global poverty, survey finds
Young people are more likely to believe that global poverty can be eradicated, but this optimism declines sharply with age, a new study by Compassion UK has found.