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Evangelical church pursues alternative oversight after CofE same-sex blessing vote
One of the biggest evangelical churches in London has announced plans to form closer ties with Anglican bodies that take a conservative view of sexuality.

Sacked chaplain to appeal after losing employment tribunal case
A Church of England chaplain has called an employment tribunal ruling against him a blow for freedom of speech and Christian freedoms.

Ukrainians still at risk of human trafficking, says Christian charity
Christian campaigners have warned of the continued human trafficking threat to Ukrainians on the first anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Ukrainian refugees in the UK feel welcomed but worried about an uncertain future
A year to the day since Russia invaded Ukraine, refugees who fled to the UK feel welcomed but worried about their future, with many finding employment, housing and the language barrier an ongoing challenge.

Free Church of Scotland condemns 'anti-Christian intolerance' towards Kate Forbes
The level of "anti-Christian intolerance" shown to SNP leadership contender Kate Forbes is "lamentable", the Free Church of Scotland has said.

Bishop accused of blacklisting chaplain over sermon on identity politics
An employment tribunal is to hear the case of a former school chaplain who says he was blacklisted from officiating in the Church of England after giving a sermon on identity politics.

Welby asks to meet Anglican Primates over CofE same-sex blessing plans
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has expressed his desire to meet Anglican Primates after the Church of England's decision to move forward with blessings for same-sex couples.

Equalities minister defends Kate Forbes over gay marriage beliefs
Equalities minister Kemi Badenoch has said she will not condemn SNP leadership candidate Kate Forbes over her views on same-sex marriage.

Kate Forbes defends right to hold Christian views on marriage and sexuality
Kate Forbes has been forced to defend her Christian views about homosexuality and same-sex marriage after launching her campaign to become next leader of the SNP.

Vulnerable people will be at increased risk if assisted suicide is legalised, says Danny Kruger
Danny Kruger MP has warned against legalising assisted suicide and called instead for greater investment in palliative care.

Please keep giving, says Christian charity after a year of war in Ukraine
With the first anniversary of the Russian war in Ukraine this week, Christian charity Stewardship is appealing for ongoing support to keep providing relief on the frontline.

Rate of church closures is higher in low-income neighbourhoods
A new study has found that poor communities are being hardest hit by church closures.

Court reserves judgment in case of Christian school teacher who challenged trans pronouns
An Irish court has reserved its judgment in a Christian teacher's appeal against orders to stay away from a County Westmeath school.

University accused of 'irrational' fear over language guidance
The University of Kent has been accused of "irrational fear" over guidance discouraging students from using terms like 'Christian name'.

Public backs tougher action on porn to protect children
Christian campaigners are urging government ministers to take action after a poll by the GB News channel revealed broad support for tougher restrictions on online pornography.

Appeal for release of Egyptian Christians abducted in Libya
Christian Solidarity Worldwide said the abductions were the "latest brutality" committed against Egyptian Christians in Libya.