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Christian girl 'very distressed' after being forced to live with Muslim families
The girl was forced to live in Muslim foster homes where nobody spoke English. She had her Christian cross removed and was encouraged her to learn Arabic, The Times reported
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Pagans demand return of 'their' buildings they claim were 'stolen' by the church
A leader of some of Britain's pagans is demanding the 'return' of two church buildings as compensation for property they claim was stolen from them during the conversion of England 1,300 years ago.
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'Live is not a dress rehearsal': No retakes any more on Songs of Praise
The independent producers that are taking over production of Songs of Praise from the BBC are going to film entire church services in just one take.
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In today's world, people need to understand religion. So why is Religious Studies GCSE in decline?
As GCSE results show a fall in pass rates for the first time in years with harder exams and a new grading system, RE teachers also lament the decline in pupils taking Religious Studies.
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The Bible and the printed word of God: How Johannes Gutenberg changed the world forever
On this day, August 24, in 1456, the Gutenberg Bible was completed and the world was changed forever. What led up to this revolution of the printing press?
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Justin Bieber dances at Hillsong: 'Nothing more cool than praising God'
Christian pop star Justin Bieber has posted a live video of himself dancing to worship music at Australia's Hillsong church.
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'Miracle' in Jerusalem testifies to the devotion of Christian pilgrims 1,500 years ago
Under the reign of Justinian, the Roman empire was at its strongest, and its conversion to Christianity was completed. A new archaeological discovery in Jerusalem sheds new light on the large church he built in Jerusalem, dedicated to Mary, mother of Jesus.
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Catholic priests must face their responsibilities if they father children, bishops say
Catholic priests who father children must face up to their legal, moral and financial responsibilities, according to new guidelines approved bishops in Ireland.
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Former Archbishop of Westminster is seriously ill in hospital
The bishop of his former diocese, Arundel and Brighton, has asked for prayers for Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor
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One in three Jews considers leaving Britain because of rising antisemitism
Surveys of more than 3,000 British Jews for the Campaign Against Antisemitism found nearly a third of British Jews have considered leaving the UK in the past two years.
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How these brave Iraqi women are sewing signs of hope from a mark of terror
When Islamic State began identifying Christians by the Arabic 'n' letter – which stands for Nazarene – there did not seem much to celebrate. But now the 'n' symbol has a new purpose, the Bible Society reports.
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Christian Aid launches appeal to help victims of 'deluge of devastation' in Sierra Leone
Nearly 350 people have died, including more than 120 children. A further 600 individuals remain unaccounted for, while more than 100 people are seriously injured. More deaths are expected.
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Evangelicals in Spain: 'Respond to terror with values that respect the life of Jesus'
'The gospel shows us that the only way in which evil is overcome is not with more evil, but with good.'
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White evangelical leader begs forgiveness over racism as James Murdoch rips Trump
As James Murdoch pledges $1 million to the Anti-Defamation League, a leading white evangelical Christian has issued an open letter of repentance for the 'vile acts of hatred and terrorism' in Charlottesville.
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Why are thousands of people who've never set foot in church before suddenly showing up for choral evensong?
Thousands of people are attending choral evensong services in churches and cathedrals around the country, many for the first time, thanks to a new website set up to promote Britain's unique choral Christian heritage
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