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India: state government revokes Scheduled Caste certificates for converts to Christianity
A controversy has erupted in the India state of Maharashtra following Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis’ announcement that individuals who convert to Christianity will no longer be eligible for Scheduled Caste (SC) certificates.
Shine Your Light launches campaign to get 200,000 Christians sharing the Gospel this Christmas
Most people would shudder at the mention of 'Christmas' in August, but the Shine Your Light campaign has good reason, with preparations already underway to rally 200,000 Christians in sharing the Gospel this Christmas.
A miracle at 21 weeks: World's most premature baby defies 'phenomenal odds' to celebrate first birthday
In a testimony to the miraculous power of God, a baby born at just 21 weeks gestation has celebrated his first birthday — a milestone the world now recognises as record-breaking, and the Keen family embraces as nothing short of divine.
7 practical tips for sharing your faith as a Christian
How can we better communicate our faith and extend genuine invitations to church? Here are seven practical tips to help.
New study finds parenthood deepens sense of purpose
A sweeping new study analysing over 43,000 participants across Europe and Israel has revealed a nuanced picture of modern parenthood
Sheffield churches' environmental stewardship gets a welcome boost
A group of nine churches across Sheffield has received a donation of free gardening tools as part of a citywide effort to promote environmental care and community engagement.
Archbishop of York issues strong condemnation of Gaza crisis
A bag of flour in northern Gaza is now reported to cost over £400
Bridging the generational gap: what we can learn from Paul's relationship with Timothy
The relationship between the Apostle Paul and Timothy offers a powerful lens for understanding how different generations can walk - and work - together despite their differences.
Islamophobia definition could silence legitimate debate, say Christians
The Christian Institute has cautioned that creating a formal definition of “Islamophobia” risks eroding free speech and stifling legitimate criticism of religion.
Calls for prayer as final verdict approaches in trial of ex-gay Christian
Grech, a Maltese Christian and former finalist on the X Factor Malta TV show, is being prosecuted for allegedly advertising ‘conversion practices’.
12 Bible verses to put you in a good mood
These aren't just feel-good sayings, they're divine promises that speak to every situation.
Ireland records highest annual number of abortions since legalisation in 2019
Newly released figures from Ireland’s Department of Health reveal that 10,852 abortions were carried out in the country in 2024 — the highest annual total recorded since abortion was legalised in 2019.
Canon Andy Roberts MBE named new CEO of Church Mission Society
The Church Mission Society (CMS) has announced that Canon Andy Roberts MBE will take over as its next chief executive officer, stepping into the role on 1 August 2025.
Shelley Pigott appointed as new executive director of Mercy Ships UK
Mercy Ships UK has appointed Shelley Pigott as its new executive director, bringing fresh leadership to the international charity renowned for delivering free surgical care to some of the world’s poorest communities on board its hospital ships.
Bear Grylls says 'this is only the beginning' after new book on Jesus becomes bestseller
Adventurer and television personality Bear Grylls has climbed to the top of a different kind of summit — the UK’s literary charts.
Historic letters from William Wilberforce discovered in University of Chester archives
A remarkable discovery has been made in the University of Chester’s archives: four early 19th-century letters, including two written by prominent abolitionist William Wilberforce, have been unearthed during an alumni archive project.