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Christian businesses and conscientious objection

Should businesses run by Christians be able to refrain from providing a service when it would require them to be in some way involved in a gay wedding?

New Testament scholar NT Wright on Paul and the faithfulness of God

The former Bishop of Durham was launching his eagerly anticipated Paul and the Faithfulness of God books

Taking another look at food waste in the light of C.S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters

How should we view food in light of my spiritual journey?

Liverpool Passion plays ask: 'Whom do you seek?'

Liverpool Cathedral is taking a fresh look at the events of Jesus' trial, crucifixion and resurrection during its annual Passion plays, this year with the thought-provoking theme: 'Whom do you seek?'

A call to Reach Beyond and share the gospel

Mission organisation HCJB Global has changed its name to Reach Beyond to reflect its ongoing commitment to sharing the gospel with the whole world.

Child cancer sufferers surprisingly resilient

Parents were more likely to think their children had symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder than the kids themselves

Protect yourself: easy passwords are making us vulnerable to fraud

Consumers are being encouraged to use a range of passwords online to protect themselves against fraud.

Spain's draft abortion bill welcomed

With moves towards increasing restrictions on abortion in Spain, one European advocacy group is encouraged by what it sees as a trend across Europe towards more pro-life attitudes

Persecution predicted to rise in North Korea

The leader of a North Korean ministry has warned that Christians are likely to face increased persecution under new guidelines released by the government.

Justin Bieber: Prison minister warns pop star to lay off drugs

Former music industry executive and drug addict Marty Angelo has warned teen pop sensation Justin Bieber to stay away from the alcohol and drug-fuelled rock and roll lifestyle.

Pope Francis to WEF: 'Humanity must be served by wealth, not ruled by it'

Pope Francis delivered a message to members of the WEF in which he called on business and government leaders to approach economic concerns with "a renewed, profound and broadened sense of responsibility" to protect the most vulnerable.

Infidelity on the rise in France

More and more French admit to adultery and being comfortable with it,a new poll suggests

'No excuses' for failed Syria peace talks - World Vision

As international delegates head into day two of the Geneva II peace conference in Switzerland,World Vision is calling on world leaders to ensure that humanitarian aid is able to reach the most vulnerable people in Syria, saying the situation is "urgent".