Bible reading, Bible

Bible sales surge to record levels among Gen Z on both sides of the Atlantic

HarperCollins said increased Bible sales were a sign that people are not just buying them but "actually trying to read them and understand them and then apply them to their lives".

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850-year-old cathedral choir school closes following Labour's VAT assault

Exeter Cathedral School, which has operated for over 850 years, has announced that it will be closing its doors due to “unavoidable financial pressures”.

Exeter Cathedral School

UK Christian and Hindu leaders lament proposed redefinition of ‘Islamophobia’

Christian and Hindu leaders in the UK have voiced disquiet about the government’s proposed definition of anti-Muslim hatred, warning that it threatens religious liberty and free speech.

The Faizan-E-Madinah Mosque in Peterborough

Trump warns he may conduct more strikes in Nigeria over attacks on Christians

Trump has suggested more US strikes may occur in the country.

Kano city in Nigeria.
Spotlight

The Church of England and Living in Love and Faith: where have we got to? 

It is clear to anyone who has been following the LLF process that it is in disarray. 

Church of England General Synod - York
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Aftermath of an attack in Nigeria
42 Christian and Muslim men executed by bandits in Nigeria, women and children abducted

Nigeria greeted the New Year with yet more violence by militants, with 50 people killed in a number of attacks that took place between 28 December and 3 January in the Middle Belt region.

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Donnie McClurkin denies rape claims from former parishioner

Popular gospel singer and pastor Donnie McClurkin said recent claims of rape and sexual assault from a man who served as a personal assistant at his church are “contrived and untrue." Believing he “will be vindicated," he asked for prayers for his accuser.

Kenya
Over 600 Catholic missionaries killed in last 25 years

Africa remains the deadliest place to be a Catholic missionary.

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Syrians are 'tired' after years of war and hardship, says nun

The civil war may be over, but the violence continues.

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Christians welcome plans to crackdown on AI deepfake pornography

Elon Musk said the scandal was being used as an "excuse for censorship".

Philip Yancey
Philip Yancey and a heartbroken reflection on grace, failure and restoration 

This painful chapter reminds us of one of the hardest truths Christians must face: even after receiving God’s free, unearned grace, we remain vulnerable to sin.

Church of England General Synod - York
The Church of England and Living in Love and Faith: where have we got to? 

It is clear to anyone who has been following the LLF process that it is in disarray. 

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Church leaders speak out against abortion clinic buffer zones after Scottish grandmother charged

“It cannot be a crime to give our voice and our prayers to the unborn," Catholic bishops in Scotland have said.

Scottish parliament
Christians plan rally against Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill

Organisers say they wish to send a message to the Scottish government.

Bath Abbey banner drop
Christian Climate Action protesters plead not guilty

“I want to be judged by the morality of my actions, not by the legality of my actions.”

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Churches urged to support alcohol-free January as millions sign up nationwide

Churches across the UK are being encouraged to actively support Dry January this New Year, as millions of people commit to a month without alcohol.

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Safeguarding complaint against Sarah Mullally dismissed

The Archbishop of York has decided not to take further action against Dame Sarah Mullally in relation to a safeguarding complaint made against her.

Donnie McClurkin
Donnie McClurkin denies rape claims from former parishioner

Popular gospel singer and pastor Donnie McClurkin said recent claims of rape and sexual assault from a man who served as a personal assistant at his church are “contrived and untrue." Believing he “will be vindicated," he asked for prayers for his accuser.

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Church community projects linked to falling antisocial behaviour and crime

A Croydon council estate once known locally for disorder and intimidation has seen markedly better trends in crime and antisocial behaviour over the past decade, with a new study suggesting sustained church-led community projects played a significant role.

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A Christian approach to taxation

Although Christians should accept that governments have a right to raise taxes and Christians have an obligation to pay them, this does not mean that Christians should approve of all forms of taxation that governments may decide to impose.

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Pre-Nicene Christian art found in Turkey

The mural predates the Council of Nicaea in 325 AD.

Philip Yancey
Philip Yancey steps down from ministry after revealing long-term affair

Renowned Christian author Philip Yancey has announced that he will withdraw from public ministry, following the revelation of a long-term extramarital affair. 

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Life and death at the end of Genesis

Jacob’s life and heritage are celebrated in the final section of Genesis.

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Drone strike on Christmas Day killed Christians in Sudan

A Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) drone strike on Dec. 25 killed at least 11 Christians on their way to Christmas celebrations in South Kordofan state, Sudan, sources said.

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I love Jesus, but do I need church?

Don’t let fear, doubt, or even pride keep you on the sidelines.

Bible study
Evangelical Alliance offers 5 mission predictions for 2026

Will the "Quiet Revival" of 2025 continue?

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Month-long prayer vigil for the nation gets underway

A month-long national prayer vigil kicked off this week with an invitation to Christians across the UK to begin 2026 by praying for spiritual renewal, unity and direction for the nation.

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Christian climate protesters charged over banner drop from Bath Abbey

Net Zero is a controversial topic both inside and outside the CoE.

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Concerns Canada may criminalise quoting Scripture

The Christian Institute has warned that planned changes to hate speech laws in Canada could lead to the criminalisation of quoting Scripture.