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Catholic Church says no to excommunicating Andrew Cuomo over New York state abortion law
The Catholic Church has rejected calls to excommunicate New York Governor Andrew Cuomo after he pushed through a radical abortion bill legalising terminations up to birth.
'Time to restore order' in Zimbabwe, says Church leader
The Church of Scotland has said it is 'deeply disturbed' by a brutal crackdown being waged against protesters opposed to fuel price rises in Zimbabwe.
New campaign urges BAME Christians to become organ donors
The scheme is part of a government campaign to break down myths and barriers and increase support for organ donation among black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
Student cracks code of shorthand manuscripts left by Baptist 'patron saint'
Coded documents left by one of the founders of the modern missionary movement have been deciphered by a student at the University of St Andrews.
BBC announces 'Year of Beliefs' examining religion and ethics
The BBC has announced a 'Year of Beliefs' in its religion and ethics programming across TV, radio and online.
Christian and Muslim charities urge prayer for Yemen, the world's 'worst humanitarian crisis'
After nearly four years of war, more than 14 million people are facing starvation and 85,000 children may have already died from extreme hunger since 2015.
Church of England says it will give 'serious consideration' to letter opposing transgender services
The Church of England has said it will give 'serious consideration' to a letter signed by over 1,600 clergy and church wardens in opposition to its latest guidance on transgenderism.
Heal Nepal: On World Leprosy Day, UK charity targets an ancient disease
The Leprosy Mission launches today Ââ World Leprosy Day â its Heal Nepal campaign in a bid to finally rid the country of the ancient disease.
Open letter urges CofE bishops to 'revise, postpone or withdraw' transgender services guidance
An open letter to the Church of England's House of Bishops has called on them to 'revise, postpone or withdraw' their controversial guidance on services of welcome for transgender people.
Transgender family: dad was a woman, son is transitioning
In Britain's first multigenerational transgender family, stepdad was a woman and son is becoming a daughter
Bishop of Lichfield leads Holocaust Centre visit
The centre, near Nottingham, is the UK's only dedicated Holocaust museum.
Italy's Protestants and Catholics hit back at hardline anti-migrant movement
Catholics and Protestants in Italy have signed a joint declaration on migrants urging a spirit of humanity and solidarity.
California State senator replaces male and female gender pronouns with 'they'
California State senator Hannah-Beth Jackson has replaced traditional male and female gender pronouns during judicial committee hearings with 'they'.
Archbishop of Canterbury apologises after Bishop Bell inquiry finds latest allegations unfounded
An investigation by ecclesiastical lawyer Timothy Briden has concluded that allegations against Bell were unfounded.
Male escort who thought he was gay finds he's straight after year of celibacy
A former male escort who claims to have slept with 150 men now says he is straight after going celibate for a year.
Indonesia frees Christian politician Ahok, jailed for blasphemy
'I am very thankful to God for allowing me to spend time in prison.'