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Rediscovering the power of prayer
Rediscovering the power of prayer

As Christians, nurturing our spiritual lives through regular communication with God is essential.

Bid to stop Archbishop of York addressing Synod fails
Bid to stop Archbishop of York addressing Synod fails

Efforts have been made, however, to prevent Archbishop Stephen Cottrell speaking at the forthcoming Synod.

Christians in Pakistan are also the victims of 'rape gangs'
Christians in Pakistan are also the victims of 'rape gangs'

Many cases involve rape, gang rape and conditions resembling slavery. As in England, the authorities cannot always be relied upon to assist victims or their families.

Prison Fellowship sees change with targeted approach
Prison Fellowship sees change with targeted approach

Prison Fellowship International (PFI) has introduced what it believes is a groundbreaking approach to ministering to prisoners that achieves both the salvation of souls and a drop in re-offending.

Prayer app Hallow may be banned in the EU due to 'over-regulation' of religious apps - founder
Prayer app Hallow may be banned in the EU due to 'over-regulation' of religious apps - founder

Hallow may no longer be allowed in the EU, Alex Jones, CEO and co-founder of the Christian prayer app, announced on X, due to an "over-regulation" targeting all religious apps.

The angel with the bushy beard
The angel with the bushy beard

Major Dudley John Gardiner was a giant of a man and a dedicated and much-loved quartermaster for the poor and needy in India.

Christians fear for their future in post-Assad Syria
Christians fear for their future in post-Assad Syria

When Bashar al-Assad was overthrown by Islamist rebels in Syria in December after 14 years of civil war, there were concerns as to what this might mean for the Christian community in the troubled state.

Mark Wahlberg says 'everything derives' from prayer, faith and seeking purpose-filled life
Mark Wahlberg says 'everything derives' from prayer, faith and seeking purpose-filled life

Mark Wahlberg's latest project, the Mel Gibson-directed "Flight Risk," is an adrenaline-fuelled thriller that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats behind the high-stakes action and intense performances. Faith remains at the centre of the actor's life and career even as he takes on the challenge of playing the villain.

Exodus and how small steps can transform the world

Hebrew scholar and Jewish academic Irene Lancaster reflects on challenges experienced by European Jews 80 years on from the liberation of Auschwitz.

EU issues warning to Pakistan about human rights

Pakistan's preferential trade status could be jeopardized if it does not address human rights concerns, including controversial blasphemy laws, forced marriages/conversions of minority girls and freedom of religion, a European Union (EU) delegation said on Friday.

Mission Aviation Fellowship pays tribute to co-founder who has died aged 103
Mission Aviation Fellowship pays tribute to co-founder who has died aged 103

"His drive was humanitarian, providing hope and relieving human suffering."

The origins and use of the word 'church'
The origins and use of the word 'church'

The word 'church' in common language has many meanings depending on the context. This is the story ...

The assisted dying bill is being pushed through without proper scrutiny
The assisted dying bill is being pushed through without proper scrutiny

Experts express shock at 'astonishing bias' and serious flaws in Labour's attempt to legalise euthanasia in the UK that will open up a 'Pandora's box of risk'.

JD Vance versus Rory Stewart on the meaning of 'love your neighbour'
JD Vance versus Rory Stewart on the meaning of 'love your neighbour'

The Christian theology of love has hit the headlines thanks to a furious debate started by JD Vance.

Over 10,000 sign petition calling for review into DIY abortion drugs
Over 10,000 sign petition calling for review into DIY abortion drugs

Over 10,000 people have signed a petition calling upon the government to review the 'pills-by-post' scheme that allows women to carry out abortions at home without the in-person oversight of a medical practitioner.

Pro-life Americans hope Trump will defund Planned Parenthood
Pro-life Americans hope Trump will defund Planned Parenthood

While Trump may have ruled out a federal ban on abortion, pro-life activists hope the returning president will take other steps to reduce abortion.