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Pope Francis allies lash out at Trump-supporting religious conservatives, condemn 'ecumenism of hate'
Close allies of Pope Francis have attacked the role of religion in American politics, taking aim at both ultra-conservative Catholics and evangelical Protestants.

Check your shibboleth: Why we can't just kick out people we disagree with
The word 'shibboleth' has passed into contemporary English usage as a test thatis applied to work out who is 'in' and who is 'out'.

Hero or heretic? 6 lessons from the Christian outrage circus over Eugene Peterson
Was Peterson misunderstood, confused himself â or was he pressured to recant?

'No Whining': The warning sign on the Pope's door
The sign is adorned with the international symbol for 'no' â a backslash in a circle.

Leading evangelical condemns CofE General Synod: 'God's word was mocked openly'
A leading evangelical is the latest to speak out in condemnation of the Church of England's latest move towards affirming LGBT equality.

When Christians fall out: 9 Bible verses about unity
The Bible is clear about the importance of truth, but it's clear about the importance of unity and peace, too.

Classical star Katherine Jenkins 'hugely excited' to join BBC's Songs of Praise
The world-renowned classical singer Katherine Jenkins is to join the BBC's flagship Christian worship programme Songs of Praise, as a main presenter.

WATCH: Dash-cam footage released of US Episcopal priest's arrest on road rage gun charge
A US Episcopal priest was arrested last week after allegedly threatening someone with a gun from his car. Police dash-cam footage now shows his capture and arrest.

Which part is which in the 'body' of Christ?
Do you ever wonder what Paul was getting at with that whole 'body of Christ' metaphor for the Church?

One of the most influential Church leaders of Victorian England: Why John Keble matters today
Keble's legacy could be thought now just to consist in the few hymns of his that are still used such as 'Sun of my soul, and Saviour dear'. Instead, its better to understand Keble as an influential figure who may well be yet to have his greatest influence.

Bishop of Liverpool becomes patron of his local gay pride event
A Church of England Bishop is set to become a patron of his local gay pride event. The Rt Rev Paul Bayes is the Bishop of Liverpool and has been an increasingly vocal supporter of gay rights and the inclusion of LGBT people in the Church.

Eugene Peterson retracts statement affirming gay marriage: He said 'yes' but now he says 'no'
Top evangelical Bible scholar Eugene Peterson has retracted his controversial statement that he would conduct a same-sex wedding if asked.

Evangelical pastor John Piper says he has never desired another woman in his nearly 50 years of marriage
Although he did admit he was not immune to temptation and wasn't designed for beach evangelism, saying his eyes are 'magnetized toward excessive female skin.'

Evangelist born without arms and legs, Nick Vujicic, is releasing his first music album to spread hope
"I'm making an album!" Vujicic announced to his over 9 million followers on Facebook in a message.

Former megachurch pastor Perry Noble says he was going to kill himself after being fired and separated from his wife
Perry Noble, who lost his job and separated from his wife last year following struggles with alcohol, has opened up about the day in rehab he was ready to shoot himself and how God's voice saved him.

Evangelical leaders pray over Donald Trump during visit to the White House
A group of evangelical leaders prayed over President Donald Trump in the Oval Office, with Vice President Mike Pence in attendance as well.