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50,000 flee Nigerian state amidst escalating violence
An estimated 50,000 people have been forced to flee growing conflict in Benue state, Nigeria, as increasing violence threatens their livelihood.
Jeff Lucas: 'We must pray for Rolf Harris'
Christian pastor issues call to prayer for Rolf Harris, who was convicted last week of a strong of indecent assaults.
Bank teller fired for telling customers to 'have a blessed day'
Kentucky bank teller fired for saying 'Have a blessed day'
Elton John is 'ignorant and arrogant' to think Jesus would support gay marriage, says Christian group
Christian Concern has lambasted Elton John's recent comments about same-sex marriage, labelling the singer's remarks "staggeringly arrogant".
Former Playboy bunny Felixia Yeap converts to Islam after exploring Christianity
Former Playboy bunny Felixia Yeap converts to Islam.
Paul Walker's daughter Meadow posts photo to Instagram: 'Glad to be back'
Paul Walker's daughter, Meadow, is 'glad to be back'
Beyonce's pastor Rudy Rasmus: Having Beyonce and Solange sing in church choir was 'neatest thing'
Beyonce's pastor to release new book.
Pope apologises for 'sacrilegious cult' of abuse
Pope Francis today apologised for the clerical abuse that has rocked the Catholic Church during his first meeting with victims since his election to papacy.
'Robust' defences against Islamic extremism needed, says Gove
Education Secretary Michael Gove has warned that Britain needs to step up its defences to counteract the rise of Islamic extremism.
Desiring God blog: The abortion industry will 'self-destruct'
Blogger and author Jonathan Parnell has declared that the abortion industry will "self-destruct", accusing pro-choice activists of being "a psychotic threat to humanity".
60 escape Boko Haram abductors
Over 60 women and girls have managed to escape their Boko Haram captors in Nigeria, security sources confirm.
Most members in favour, but URC votes 'no' to gay marriage ceremonies
The United Reformed Church has failed to reach a full consensus on same-sex marriage, and it will therefore not offer ceremonies to gay couples wishing to wed.
Pope meeting sex abuse victims today
Pope Francis is today meeting victims of sexual abuse by clergy for the first time since his election to papacy.
Ramadan prayers for Christians in Nigeria and Sudan amid violence and harassment
Open Doors is asking for prayers for Christians living in Muslim nations during Ramadan
Edith Cavell to feature on Royal Mint's new £5 coin
The Royal Mint's new £5 coin commemorating the First World War will feature British nurse and Christian Edith Cavell.
Iraq's Christians are in their 'darkest hour' as they face choice of converting or leaving
Christians in Iraq are continuing to leave their homes in large numbers following the ISIS takeover but those unable to leave are facing brutality and hardship under the militants, Barnabas Fund is warning.