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DEC launches national appeal for Indonesia earthquake and tsunami survivors
Over 1,300 people are confirmed dead and 200,000 people are in urgent need of clean water, food, medical care and shelter.
Pope Francis' popularity takes a hit over handling of sex abuse crisis
Confidence in Pope Francis' handling of his church's global sex abuse crisis has plummeted among US Catholics, according to a new Pew Research Center poll.
Petrol-head priest appointed as artist-in-residence to Aston Martin
An Anglican priest, artist and classic car fan has landed a dream job combining all his enthusiasms.
Sudan releases thousands of Bibles held for years in shipping containers
A shipment of Bibles believed to have been held in a Sudanese port for six years has been cleared for distribution.
'Guardians of civilisations': Why the Middle East needs Christians
The story across the region is far more complex than is often told. While in some places Christians are harried and persecuted, in others they are able to minister to those in need.
Civil partnerships to be extended to heterosexual couples
Opposite-sex couples are to be allowed to enter into civil partnerships, according to Prime Minister Theresa May.
CofE starts 'Big Conversation' about clergy care
The Church of England has begun a 'Big Conversation' on ways to improve its approach to the care of its clergy.
Happy marriages linked to longer life span
A recent study has found that people in happy marriages have a higher chance of living longer.
We believe in miracles, Brits say
Most UK adults believe in miracles, according to a survey for the BBC â though they are not as convinced of the reality of Jesus' miracles.
Archbishop of York announces retirement
The Archbishop of York has announced that he is to retire on June 7, 2020, just short of his 71st birthday.
Christians concerned as equalities watchdog sues NHS over right of younger trans patients to have children
Christians have voiced concerns over the decision by the UK equalities watchdog to take NHS England to court over fertility services for younger transgender patients.
Prayer appeal for Christian schoolgirl at risk of execution by Boko Haram
Christians are being asked to pray after Boko Haram threatened to execute a Christian schoolgirl at the of the month unless the Nigerian government meets its demands.
Prime Minister to thank Christians for their contribution to society
The Prime Minister will thank churches and Christian organisations for their contribution to society in a church service on Sunday.
TV presenter Richard Madeley says Christians should believe the whole Bible
He doesn't believe in God and doesn't go to church but TV presenter Richard Madeley has a message for the Church of England: either believe all of the Bible or don't believe it all.
Theresa May brushes off Archbishop of Canterbury's welfare criticisms
Theresa May has dismissed comments by the Archbishop of Canterbury criticising the Government's welfare policy.
Church of Scotland Moderator remembers Lockerbie bombing victims
This year marks 30 years since Pan Am Flight 103 exploded 31,000 feet over the small Scottish town of Lockerbie on December 21, 1988.