Call to pray for ‘helpless’ seafarers in the Gulf
Ships in the Arabian Gulf could find themselves under attack.
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Kemi Badenoch pledges to restore historic church funding scheme
The Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme was formally closed at the end of March but ran out of money before that after its budget was cut.
Pastor preaches in Bristol city centre despite fears of arrest
A pastor has returned to street preaching in Bristol city centre just over four months after he was arrested for his comments on Islam and transgender ideology.
There may not be a Christian revival, but Britain’s traditional churches aren’t doomed
There are good reasons to doubt that Britain is experiencing a Christian revival today – but that does not mean it is dying out.
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Businessman and peer Lord Edmiston reflects on faith, stewardship and global mission
The successful businessman and peer said he was driven by evangelism, not the creation of wealth for its own sake.
Nigerian faith leaders call for interfaith reconciliation to end violence
Nigeria is the deadliest country in the world for Christians.
Greek Orthodox Church in Britain baptises 250 people
The church said that many of those baptised had been guided into the faith through its Discover Orthodoxy programme.
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Boko Haram kills 10 Christians in northeast Nigeria
Members of Islamic extremist group Boko Haram on Monday killed at least 10 Christians in an attack on a village in Borno state, Nigeria, sources said.
Indian Christians denounces crackdown on property
There has been an alleged crackdown on Christian buildings providing services for the most vulnerable in society.
Activists warn Syriacs being erased in Syria
The Syriacs are mostly Christian.
Parliamentary group raises concern about forced marriage of Christian girl in Pakistan
The girl’s father claims that she was underage at the time and was coerced into conversion.
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The biblical backstory of Iran
Iran is back in the headlines. The word “Iran” does not appear in the Bible, but the names of preceding peoples and empires occupying that land today are written into the biblical narrative. This is the story …
Call to pray for ‘helpless’ seafarers in the Gulf
Ships in the Arabian Gulf could find themselves under attack.
Can the Anglican Communion unite?
Joaquin Philpotts, who was on the Crown Nomination Commission for the new Archbishop of Canterbury, on whether there is any hope for unity in the fractured Anglican Communion.
Greek Orthodox Church in Britain baptises 250 people
The church said that many of those baptised had been guided into the faith through its Discover Orthodoxy programme.
12 Christians killed in Easter Sunday church attacks in Nigeria
Fulani terrorists killed 12 Christians in attacks on two worship services on Easter Sunday in Kaduna state, Nigeria, following the killing of 17 Christians in Benue state, sources said.
Archbishop of Canterbury calls for peace in first Easter sermon
Dame Sarah Mullally has used her first Easter Day sermon as Archbishop of Canterbury to renew calls for peace in the Middle East.
Jerusalem church leaders issue Easter appeal for peace as war casts shadow over Holy Land
The Church leaders said they were living in "cataclysmic times" and that a "darkness" had come over the Holy Land.
New Iraq report urges stronger action to protect Christians and other religious minorities
Jim Shannon MP said the report records both “the progress observed” and “the ongoing challenges” that remain for religious minorities seeking to live in safety and freedom in Iraq.
King Charles faces criticism for declining to issue Easter message
King Charles' decision not to release an Easter message this year has been criticised by some Christians.
Belgian broadcaster apologises over video showing destruction of Christian statues
A Belgian radio station has apologised after a video segment showing presenters smashing statues of Jesus and the Virgin Mary drew criticism and sparked questions about respect for Christian beliefs.
Harry Clark meets Pope Leo XIV in new BBC One documentary
Clark described the meeting as one of the most extraordinary experiences of his life.
Was there an eclipse at the Crucifixion?
The Gospels describe three hours of darkness from noon at the crucifixion of Jesus, prompting debate over whether this was an eclipse. This is the story …
Church leaders remember victims of war in Easter messages
Remembering those impacted by war was a key theme this year.
Church of England project to conserve murals announced
The murals are over 100 years old.
Ancient monastic complex uncovered in Egypt's Nile Delta
Officials called the find significant for understanding the origins of organized monastic life.
King Charles attends Royal Maundy service in Wales
Hundreds of people gathered at St Asaph Cathedral on Thursday for the annual Royal Maundy service, held in Wales for only the second time in the service's 800-year history.
Gateway Church Robert Morris leaves prison
Morris said he was "deeply sorry" for his actions in a statement issued after leaving prison.
Welsh church to hear full bell ring for first time at Easter service
Over 150 years since a north Wales church was built with plans for a full ring of bells, the sound long intended for its tower is finally set to be heard at an Easter service.
Easter events cancelled in Syria after violence against Christians
Syrian government forces were eventually able to restore order.
MPs reminded of impact of Christian faith in politics with book gift
Alastair Campbell famously declared "We don't do God."