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• Christians must offer hope in face of division and fear over Brexit, says bishop

  Staff writer | Sun 13 Jan 2019 17:28 GMT

  The Bishop of Leeds has called for an end to the Brexit 'mudslinging' as he urged Christians to offer an alternative message.

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  Exclusive: Leading evangelical bishop apologises for role in gender transition liturgy guidance – and now opposes it

  David Baker | Sat 12 Jan 2019 21:09 GMT

  The Bishop of Blackburn chaired the body which oversaw the publication of guidance on how to enable transgender adults to mark their transition.

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  Methodist, Anglican leaders urge halt to 'anger and vitriol' over Brexit

  Christian Today staff writer | Fri 11 Jan 2019 12:22 GMT

  Britain's Anglican and Methodist leaders have called for an end to the 'anger and vitriol' that has characterised public discourse in an implicit reference to the ongoing turmoil over Brexit.

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  Church welcomes Amber Rudd's backtrack on Universal Credit

  Christian Today staff writer | Fri 11 Jan 2019 11:35 GMT

  'As a just and compassionate society, we believe that every child is a blessing and deserves to be treated equally.'

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  German Christian family loses appeal over homeschooling

  Christian Today staff writer | Fri 11 Jan 2019 11:21 GMT

  Petra and Dirk Wunderlich, from Darmstadt, had refused to send their children to school, which is illegal in Germany.

• 'Vicar of Baghdad' ministry hit by Charity Commission inquiry

  Christian Today staff writer | Fri 11 Jan 2019 10:55 GMT

  The Commission has highlighted its concerns over Jerusalem Merit's governance.

• 'The whole country is a prison': UN slams North Korea on human rights

  Reuters | Fri 11 Jan 2019 9:33 GMT

  'The reality for human rights on the ground remains unchanged and continues to be extremely serious.'

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  Blue tooth: Plaque analysis shows medieval nun illustrated precious manuscripts

  Christian Today staff writer | Thu 10 Jan 2019 12:07 GMT

  Beautiful illustrations that adorn treasured medieval manuscripts might have been created not by men, as is usually assumed, but by women.

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  Evangelical Alliance appoints new Wales director

  Christian Today staff writer | Thu 10 Jan 2019 10:51 GMT

  Siân Rees will also serve on the UK-wide leadership team.

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  Should we replace human contact with robot 'companions' – or is there a better way?

  Ruth Clemence | Thu 10 Jan 2019 10:30 GMT

  Imaginations are being curtailed because, thanks to robotics, children can now meet their imaginary friend in real life.

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  Justin Welby: Parliament 'unfit for the job' if it can't agree a Brexit deal

  Christian Today staff writer | Thu 10 Jan 2019 10:17 GMT

  Speaking yesterday in the House of Lords, Justin Welby said if parliament could not agree it would have shown itself 'unfit for the job'.

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  Congo presidential loser's supporters cry foul after surprise result

  Reuters | Thu 10 Jan 2019 9:50 GMT

  The electoral commission (CENI) announced around 3 am (0200 GMT) that opposition leader Felix Tshisekedi had won the chaotic December 30 vote.