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God's comfort after the Exile
Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects offers the Jewish perspective on the consolation of God after the wilderness years of the Exile.
Faith leaders and academics fear theology is disappearing from universities
There are fears for the future of theology and religious studies as the number of UK universities offering the subjects continues to decline.
Legal case to overturn nationwide imposition of gay marriage in the USA
A Christian woman in the US, who was briefly jailed over her stance on same-sex couples, has filed a petition demanding that the Supreme Court reverse its decision to permit same-sex marriages.
People in Ukraine feel 'forgotten', says bishop as Trump and Putin meet in Alaska
A Ukrainian bishop has lamented what he describes as a lack of international response to the ongoing conflict in his country.
Prayers and special services mark VJ Day 80th anniversary
It is 80 years today since VJ Day, which marked the end of World War Two after six years of conflict and millions of deaths.
Scottish grandmother arrested for holding sign in abortion clinic buffer zone won't be prosecuted
The Procurator Fiscal in Scotland has decided not to prosecute a 75-year-old grandmother arrested earlier this year for holding a sign that offered a listening ear to women visiting an abortion clinic.
Historic churches to receive major grants from government
Some churches have been awarded over half a million pounds.
Glasgow showcases Church's heartwarming blanket exhibition for charity
The exhibition, titled Glasgow Close Knit, features 430 blankets crafted by members of the Church of Scotland and local community groups.
Bishop’s gruelling Pennine Way run raises over £35,000 for Zimbabwe schools
The Bishop of Kingston was joined by his loyal Border Collie, Jem, for the arduous challenge.
Baroness Fox warns of dangers of assisted suicide
Of particular concern to Fox is the fact that many safeguarding proposals made by MPs were voted down by the Commons or not even discussed at all.
End of radio broadcasts into North Korea a 'huge discouragement' for Christians
Despite everything, its believed there may be as many as 400,000 Christians in North Korea.
BBC apologises for Christian charity founder's Jenrick xenophobia comments
"These words echo a fear many have absorbed. Fear of the stranger. The technical name for this is xenophobia," said Mr Kandiah.
US warns UK over free speech, citing crackdown on silent prayer near abortion clinics
The US State Department has raised concerns about worsening restrictions on free speech in the UK, citing buffer zone laws that criminalise silent prayer and new online laws that threaten privacy and expression.
Taxpayer funds to promote play depicting a trans Jesus condemned
"To have it as part of a programme supported by our taxpayer-funded services adds insult to injury," said The Christian Institute.
Government cuts to VAT relief put pressure on England’s historic churches
Historic churches are feeling the pinch after the UK government reduced funding for the Listed Places of Worship (LPW) Grant Scheme, a programme that allows religious buildings to reclaim VAT on repair and maintenance work.
Hundreds of hostile acts were perpetrated against US churches in 2024 - report
The incidents ranged from vandalism and arson to gun-related threats, bomb hoaxes and physical assaults.