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Young people are spiritually open but struggle with established religion - survey
Young people are spiritually open but struggle with established religion - survey

Despite the gloomy narrative being pushed by the media, a new survey has revealed that reports of God's death in Britain, and across the Western world, may be exaggerated.

The faith of the Holocaust rescuers: Christians inspired to courageously save lives
The faith of the Holocaust rescuers: Christians inspired to courageously save lives

This Holocaust Memorial Day, we take a look at the Christians who risked their lives to save Jews during World War Two, and the faith that inspired them.

What is the 'vibe shift' and what does it mean for the Church?
What is the 'vibe shift' and what does it mean for the Church?

There are some signs that this ideology, often called 'woke', may be on the wane, and with it the associated beliefs that encourage hostile battles between demographic groups, and progressive ideas about sex, family and gender.

Clifton Kirkpatrick, former head of World Communion of Reformed Churches, dies at 79
Clifton Kirkpatrick, former head of World Communion of Reformed Churches, dies at 79

Clifton Kirkpatrick, a former stated clerk of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and head of the World Communion of Reformed Churches, has died. He was 79.

Pope calls on journalists to be 'communicators of hope'
Pope calls on journalists to be 'communicators of hope'

The Pope has called on journalists to be 'communicators of hope' in a world "characterized by disinformation and polarization".

Christians in Iran face longer prison sentences
Christians in Iran face longer prison sentences

The report says, "The Iranian government seems to have intensified its efforts to isolate and financially undermine the Christian community as part of a broader strategy to suppress its growth and influence."

Hillsong College commits to reforms amid charity regulator investigation
Hillsong College commits to reforms amid charity regulator investigation

Australian megachurch Hillsong is facing fresh scrutiny after a ruling by the country's charity watchdog, the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), found a number of financial irregularities at its college.

The story behind the red letters in your Bible
The story behind the red letters in your Bible

Millions of people read the New Testament printed with the words of Jesus in red. Most people do not realise that this is a fairly modern evangelical tradition. This is the story ...

Trump pardons pro-life activists jailed for protesting at abortion clinics
Trump pardons pro-life activists jailed for protesting at abortion clinics

"Many of them are elderly people. They should not have been prosecuted," said Trump.

Churches are no longer off-limits for immigration arrests under Trump
Churches are no longer off-limits for immigration arrests under Trump

Authorities in the US have been given the green light by the Trump administration to arrest undocumented migrants at schools, churches and hospitals.

Pope Francis uses TikTok platform to promote autobiography and inspire Gen Z
Pope Francis uses TikTok platform to promote autobiography and inspire Gen Z

Reflecting on his decision to write the autobiography, Pope Francis explained, "It is an autobiography, but for me autobiographies are to thank God for what he has done with my life. The book gives a sense of what I am like."

Scottish Parliament warned against 'inherently dangerous' assisted suicide proposals
Scottish Parliament warned against 'inherently dangerous' assisted suicide proposals

"Our strong assertion is that this bill will have a very determinantal impact on very vulnerable people who will feel invisible pressure to consider an option that wasn't there before."

Bishop defends comments aimed at Trump during sermon
Bishop defends comments aimed at Trump during sermon

The sermon ignited a strong reaction from Trump, who criticized the service as "not good" and labelled Budde a "radical left, hardline Trump hater" on social media.

Young people explore vocations through innovative scheme
Young people explore vocations through innovative scheme

Over a hundred young people gathered for a day of learning, networking and worship at St Mary's in Marylebone, central London, for an annual conference launching another year of a Church of England initiative described as a 'great hope' for the future.

MPs call on Streeting to close abortion loophole that allows grooming gangs to cover up abuse
MPs call on Streeting to close abortion loophole that allows grooming gangs to cover up abuse

MPs have urged the Health Secretary to close an abortion loophole that allows grooming gangs to hide their sexual abuse of children.

Six celebrities brave enough to be conservative, Christian and pro-life
Six celebrities brave enough to be conservative, Christian and pro-life

There are only a small number of celebrities bold enough to be open about these opinions in the face of an elite that is usually firmly liberal and secular, and often condemning of anyone with more traditional opinions.