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David Cameron is right, Britain is a Christian country, says Archbishop of Canterbury

The historical facts may make for uncomfortable reading but they speak for themselves, says Justin Welby

No quick fix solution to weapons in schools - XLP

The Department for Education must work to address the reasons why young people are carrying weapons in schools, rather than simply pursue a policy of enforcement, a Christian youth charity suggests.

Vicky Beeching: Yes to a theological debate on LGBT theology, no to argumentative tribalism

British theologian Vicky Beeching has opened up dialogue about same-sex marriage and homosexuality within the Church on her online blog.

Philosophers wonder whether secularists can offer better alternative to Christian Britain

A group of eight leading philosophers have called on atheists to welcome Britain's Christian heritage as a source of freedom and tolerance

Creed lead singer Scott Stapp on tour in Europe: 'Victimhood did me in for years'

Grammy-award winning US musician Scott Stapp began his European tour in London last night at the Electric Ballroom in London.

Should children born alive after late abortions be regarded as victims of torture?

The European Centre for Law and Justice says leaving babies still alive after abortions to die is no different to letting Syrian refugees go without food or water, or medical care

Pope Francis tells divorced woman she should be allowed to receive Communion

Pope Francis, in another of his signature random telephone calls, has said to a woman who has divorced and been remarried that she should be able to take the bread and wine as easily as any of the rest of the Catholic faithful.

What makes Britain a 'Christian country'?

With the controversy around David Cameron's recent comments about how Britain should be more sure of itself as a "Christian country", many are asking just what makes the UK Christian?

Willie Myrick, who was kidnapped, sang "Every Praise" by Hezekiah Walker until he was freed

Schoolboy Willie Myrick, who was kidnapped from his driveway on March 31, was released by his captor after he repeatedly sang a gospel song.

Pregnant woman shot in the stomach after Facebook argument

Irish priest Ray Kelly 'Hallelujah' video may get him Sony, Universal record deal; Is he the new male Susan Boyle?

Father Ray Kelly never imagined that a video of him singing "Hallelujah" at a couple's wedding would go viral, let alone that he would receive a recording contract because of his performance.