The future of ecumenism - and why it has everything to do with divisions over human sexuality
If the twentieth century saw significant ecumenical progress, what we have seen in the twenty first century is this progress stall and then begin to go backwards.
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Global study links corporate success to values long cultivated by faith traditions
“Technology can increase efficiency, but it cannot generate trust, integrity, belonging, or moral responsibility on its own," said the report's co-author.
Bishop supports international condemnation of Israeli actions in West Bank
Christian's in the West Bank are also the victims of Israeli settler violence.
Church leader responds with concern to Scotland's record abortion figures
Latest figures from Public Health Scotland show that last year there were 18,783 abortions in the country.
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The story of the last Lollard martyr
30 May marks the anniversary of the execution of the last Lollard martyr before the creation of the Church of England. This is the story …
Bangladeshi Christians continue to live in fear following elections
Treatment of Christians has declined since the fall of Sheikh Hasina.
Gloucester Cathedral awarded 'Cultural Venue of the Year'
The award recognises the cathedral’s huge impact as a centre of culture.
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Despite constitutional guarantees of religious freedom, many Christians continue to report discrimination and social pressure.
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A major new survey examining religious beliefs in Canada has found that many evangelicals hold views that deny historic Christian teaching.
Church leaders fight misinformation in DRC Ebola outbreak
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A Christian convert in Iran has been sentenced to nine years and eight months in prison on trumped-up charges linked to state security and anti-government activity.
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Abortions hit record levels in Scotland
Abortions have risen on both a gross and per capita basis.
NI pastor to appeal conviction for preaching in abortion clinic 'buffer zone'
A Northern Ireland pastor who was convicted for preaching the Bible inside an abortion clinic “buffer zone” is to appeal.
'Inappropriate' sex education remains pervasive across the West's classrooms
A lesson "intended to promote LGBTIQA+ inclusivity" allegedly featured incest and bestiality.
Calls for an end to the sexualisation of children in schools
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Oxford Union postpones Tommy Robinson debate after criticism from church leader and imam
The Bishop of Oxford and Imam Monawar Hussain suggested in a joint letter that the debate puts people in "physical danger".
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NHS urged to strengthen partnerships with churches and faith groups
Stronger partnerships with faith communities could reduce pressure on NHS services, a report has found.
Free speech concerns surround proposed conversion therapy ban
Any law banning "abusive conversion practices" would almost certainly infringe on freedom of speech.
Over 1,000 gather in Blackpool for Diocese of Blackburn centenary celebration
Over 1,000 Christians from across Lancashire gathered in the heart of Blackpool over the weekend for a large-scale public celebration marking the centenary year of the Church of England’s Diocese of Blackburn.
What are the fruits of the Holy Spirit?
24 May 2026 is Pentecost Sunday, when Christians recall the importance of the Holy Spirit. The fruits of the Spirit are the virtues that are produced in the life of a believer through the work of the Holy Spirit. This is the story …