Young adults driving renewed interest in Christianity, research finds
A new set of supplemental reports from the Evangelical Alliance suggests that young adults are emerging as a significant group among those coming to Christian faith in the UK, with authenticity, Scripture and community proving decisive factors in their journeys.
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Nigerian government must do more to protect its people after yet another mass kidnapping
The Nigerian government has started taking action, but more needs to be done.
Indian families' homes destroyed for refusing to renounce Christ
As often happens, the police sided with the persecutors
Legal appeal launched against Labour's destructive VAT raid on schools
Labour have been accused of an "ideological" attack on freedom of choice.
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NHS Trust drops case against Christian nurse who spoke out in trans row
Jennifer Melle said she was “deeply relieved and grateful” for the outcome but that the lessons of her case “must be learned”.
Middle East Christians warn rapid growth in faith is outpacing discipleship support
Christian leaders working across the Middle East say a surge in spiritual openness is leading thousands to explore faith in Jesus, but warn that a lack of local discipleship structures risks leaving many new believers unsupported.
CofE earmarks £22m for outreach in three dioceses
Most of the funds will go to the dioceses of Manchester and Exeter.
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What we don’t know about Noah’s Ark
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Christian lawyers who defended nurses over single-sex changing room celebrate court win
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Sir Brian Souter says the nation is 'seeing a rebirth of Christ-centred Christianity'
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Chin human rights group takes Myanmar junta to court over killings, rapes
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'Quiet revival' continues as Winchester sees Christmas surge
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Christian leaders warn of threats to unity in the Holy Land
Senior Christian leaders in Jerusalem have warned that outside political and ideological interference could be endangering the unity and survival of Christianity in the Holy Land.
Call to action after reports of 163 Christians kidnapped in Nigeria
"Heavily armed bandits" are reported to have raided at least two churches in Nigeria on Sunday and kidnapped 163 worshippers, officials report.
Kuwait’s first church granted minor basilica status
Kuwait’s first church has been formally elevated to the status of a Minor Basilica, marking a significant milestone for the country’s Christian community and for churches across the Gulf region.
Church leaders gather in the Holy Land to support local believers
The bishops wish to provide pastoral support to believers in the Holy Land.
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Sex robots are becoming a thing: what are the ethical considerations for Christians?
From a Christian perspective there are two basic problems with the idea of people seeking to have sexual relationships with robots.
Young adults driving renewed interest in Christianity, research finds
A new set of supplemental reports from the Evangelical Alliance suggests that young adults are emerging as a significant group among those coming to Christian faith in the UK, with authenticity, Scripture and community proving decisive factors in their journeys.
More Protestant churches closed than opened in the US in 2024, new analysis finds
The closures have served to highlight the importance of church planting, say researchers.
Isolation is a reality for pastors despite strong marriages, new research finds
Pastors may be surrounded by people every week, but many are navigating their calling with limited personal support, according to new research highlighting a growing gap between ministry life and supportive friendship.
India: one couple’s mission to transform a slum community
Pastor John and his wife have spent the last decade working to break the cycle of spiritual and emotional poverty in a Vijayawada slum.
What we don’t know about Noah’s Ark
The story of Noah’s Ark is one of the most well-known Bible stories and has been retold in songs, children’s storybooks, cartoons, and films. Many people think they know the story; however, there are many things we simply do not know. This is the story …
'Quiet revival' continues as Winchester sees Christmas surge
In some cases the numbers coming were double what was expected.
Kuwait’s first church granted minor basilica status
Kuwait’s first church has been formally elevated to the status of a Minor Basilica, marking a significant milestone for the country’s Christian community and for churches across the Gulf region.
Remembering the first UN General Assembly at the Methodist Central Hall
In 1946, the nations of the world gathered at Methodist Central Hall in a war-ravaged London to seek peace and cooperation.
Youth café growth reflects increasing church engagement across Suffolk
A Thursday evening youth café in Ipswich is offering a snapshot of a wider story unfolding across Suffolk, as churches report encouraging growth in attendance, community engagement and outreach - particularly among children and young people.
Church of England ends Living in Love and Faith process
The Church of England's House of Bishops has announced it is bringing the Living in Love and Faith (LLF) process to a close.
Christians welcome launch of parliamentary inquiry into NI online pimping platforms
A new parliamentary inquiry has been launched to investigate the role of online pimping websites in facilitating the exploitation of women and girls across Northern Ireland.
Most churchgoers oppose CoE plans to pay reparations
A poll shows stronger support for funds being used to support local parishes instead.
Charity Commission issues warnings to two CoE dioceses over safeguarding
The Bishop of Chelmsford disagrees with some of the Charity Commission's findings.
Lessons from Moses
Hebrew scholar and Jewish academic Irene Lancaster explains the Jewish perspective on the choosing of Moses and the women who made him who he was.
Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: gentleness that reflects God’s strength
To be gentle is often equated with being passive, fragile, or easily overlooked - a liability rather than a virtue. But the Kingdom of God operates by an entirely different framework.
UK abortion figures reach highest level on record as campaigners urge rethink of current law
The figures mark the highest annual total since the introduction of the Abortion Act in 1967.
RAYE and the husband comeback
Why in an era of individualism is a song literally ‘praying’ for commitment so successful?
Report reveals religious and political shifts in UK
Faith identity and ideology "are assuming a more significant role in shaping political allegiance, civic participation, and the wider culture", a new report has found.
Sir Brian Souter says the nation is 'seeing a rebirth of Christ-centred Christianity'
Sir Brian Souter, the founder of Stagecoach and Megabus, has spoken candidly about the role of Christian faith in business and his view that Britain’s increasingly secular culture may be giving rise to a renewed and more authentic form of Christianity.