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Hong Kong Christians praying for peace amid angry protests over extradition legislation
Christians in Hong Kong are praying for the city's future in the face of a wave of protests over new legislation that would allow suspected criminals to be extradited to mainland China.
Vatican document says no to current trends in gender ideology
The Vatican has responded to the ongoing debate on human sexuality with a new document rejecting some of the current interpretations of gender ideology.

'The final part of the great Christian mystery' - Church leaders reflect on the meaning of Pentecost
Church leaders have shared their reflections on the meaning of Pentecost and the significance of coming together in prayer.

Thousands of Christians fill Trafalgar Square for Pentecost celebration Thy Kingdom Come
Trafalgar Square was filled with thousands of Christians from across denominations and traditions for a major Pentecost celebration at the heart of the capital today.

Foreign Secretary 'deeply disturbed' by number of Christians being persecuted for their faith
Jeremy Hunt has reiterated his commitment to addressing the global persecution of Christians in a new report from the Foreign Office on the state of democracy and human rights around the world.

15,000 Syrian refugee children at risk of being made homeless if demolition of homes goes ahead
World Vision, Save the Children and the Terre des hommes Foundation have made a desperate appeal to the Lebanese government to stop the planned demolition of homes sheltering Syrian refugees.

Push to legalise assisted suicide in Scotland is 'sinister'
The head of a Christian lobby group is urging MSPs to reject proposals to legalise assisted suicide in Scotland.
Put your Brexit differences aside and pray together for the nation, says Archbishop of Canterbury
The Archbishop of Canterbury is inviting people to put aside their differences over Brexit and come together in prayer this Pentecost.

Bear Grylls recognised in Queen's birthday honours list 2019
Chief Scout and committed Christian Bear Grylls was among those being recognised for their service and achievements in the Queen's birthday honours list.

Israel Folau sues Rugby Australia over dismissal after 'hell awaits' Instagram post
Israel Folau is taking Ruby Australia to court following its decision to terminate his contract after he posted a picture to Instagram saying that "hell awaits" homosexuals and others.
Pope approves change to Lord's Prayer but UK's Catholics will stick with original
The Pope has signed off on changes to the Lord's Prayer in Italian but Catholics in the UK will continue to use the original English version for now.
Queen, world leaders mark 75th anniversary of D-Day
The Queen has led the tributes to those who took part in D-Day 75 years ago in a major celebration bringing together world leaders including Donald Trump and Angela Merkel in Portsmouth.

WWII veteran and Salvation Army commissioner, 95, skydives into Normandy to remember D-Day
A Salvation Army Commissioner who first parachuted into Normandy 75 years ago for D-Day was today jumping again over the site of that historic invasion in memory of his fallen comrades.

Thanksgiving service for D-Day on UK flagship HMS Albion
Officers on the Royal Navy's flagship HMS Albion formed a giant number '75' on the flight deck to commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day.

Archbishop remembers bravery and sacrifice of all those who took part in D-Day
The Archbishop of Canterbury was among those remembering the brave members of the Allied forces who took part in D-Day 75 years ago in what was a major turning point in World War Two.

Bishop of Chelmsford denies suggesting vicar could leave Church of England over transgender views
The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Rev Stephen Cottrell, said in a letter to clergy that he did not ask or imply that vicar John Parker should leave the Church of England on account of his views