The Christian story behind Trafalgar Square’s Christmas tree
Every year Norway gifts a giant Norwegian pine Christmas tree to the British people. Standing tall in Trafalgar Square, this year’s tree feels especially significant as the world marks 80 years since the end of the Second World War.
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Christian Sudanese rights activist assaulted in Newcastle
The assault happened outside Newcastle City Hall.
Shine, Jesus, Shine remix launched for Christmas evangelism campaign
The project was divinely inspired, says the organiser
Suspended Christian nurse accuses nursing body of 'discrimination'
A Christian nurse suspended since April after refusing to use a transgender patient's preferred pronouns has accused the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) of "discrimination".
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Who was St Birinus and why is he called the Apostle to the West Saxons?
3 December is the day to remember St Birinus, known as the Apostle to the West Saxons. This is his story …
Churches across the UK are getting into the Christmas spirit
Cathedrals and churches across the UK are embracing Advent with a flurry of festive markets, carol services and community events.
Gaza's Christians praying for a peaceful Christmas
Conditions remain tough for Gaza's Christians despite the ceasefire.
Concern over treatment of Orthodox Metropolitan in Ukraine
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Churches vandalized in Sudan with Islamic Shahadah written on walls
Two churches in Port Sudan were defaced in coordinated acts of vandalism, with Islamic declarations painted in red graffiti on their exterior walls. The incidents occurred last week in the center of the city’s market area.
African church leaders promote healthcare development
Following US aid cuts, African governments may need to take responsibility for their own people.
Zelensky accused of 'crime against humanity' in treatment of Moscow-aligned Orthodox Church
Real life is very rarely about the "goodies" and the "baddies".
Papal visit to Middle East an encouragement to the region's remaining Christians
The Pope appealed for peace before departing Lebanon at the end of his first foreign papal trip.
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The Christian story behind Trafalgar Square’s Christmas tree
Every year Norway gifts a giant Norwegian pine Christmas tree to the British people. Standing tall in Trafalgar Square, this year’s tree feels especially significant as the world marks 80 years since the end of the Second World War.
Church in Wales 'road map' for same-sex blessings is 'distressing'
Orthodox Anglicans have accused bishops in the Church in Wales of "misleading" statements as it moves towards making same-sex blessings permanent.
Churches across the UK are getting into the Christmas spirit
Cathedrals and churches across the UK are embracing Advent with a flurry of festive markets, carol services and community events.
Shine, Jesus, Shine remix launched for Christmas evangelism campaign
The project was divinely inspired, says the organiser
Police still haven't decided if pro-life campaigner will be charged for silent prayer
Pro-life campaigner Isabel Vaughan-Spruce has had a legal Sword of Damocles over her head for 10 months as British authorities continue to decide whether or not to charge her for silent prayer in an abortion clinic buffer zone.
12 Bible verses to rejoice in this festive season and always
As the festive season gets underway, we look forward to moments of laughter, smiles, and the warmth of good company.
The history of the Advent calendar
1 December is when many people open the first door on their Advent calendar. These are so common that few people realise it is a relatively modern tradition. This is the story …
Who was St Andrew and why is he important?
30 November is St Andrew’s day. He was the brother of St Peter, the first of Jesus’s disciples, and later an Apostle. This is the story …
Shine Jesus Shine tops poll of favourite assembly hymns
The popular church song Shine Jesus Shine is also a hit at school assemblies, according to the findings of a Songs of Praise poll.
Christian ethos in NI schools will be maintained, Education Minister promises after RE ruling
Some schools were concerned that they could not put on the traditional Nativity play after the UK Supreme Court ruling.
Kemi Badenoch suggests too much welfare is unchristian
Being charitable to others was not the same thing as imposing "compulsory taxation in order to pay welfare", she argued.
Kidnapped Anglican priest dies in captivity in Nigeria
Amid a rash of mass kidnappings in Nigeria, an Anglican priest in Nigeria abducted along with his wife and daughter has died in captivity, leaders of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion announced on Wednesday.
What is Advent Sunday and why do churches mark it?
The fourth Sunday before Christmas is called Advent Sunday. It falls at the start of December, or sometimes as in 2025, at the end of November. In churches of many denominations, Advent marks the coming of the Christmas season. This is the story …
Christians to celebrate ‘the beautiful game’ at Wembley
The event is part of the Football Association’s strategy to use ‘the beautiful game’ to bring communities together.
Nigerian president declares nationwide security emergency after repeated attacks on Christians
The security forces have so far failed to stem the violence.
Church of England launches its biggest ever Christmas campaign
The Church of England's 'Joy of Christmas' campaign gets underway today, inviting people across the nation to "rediscover the hope and joy at the heart of the season".
New Edinburgh memorial honours mission school matron killed in Auschwitz
A brass plaque has been laid in honour of a Church of Scotland school matron who died in Auschwitz during the Second World War.
Report calls for return of classical liberal education
The classical approach is popular with homeschoolers.
Report highlights discrimination against Christians in Turkey
A report by the European Centre for Law and Justice documents the continuing difficulties faced by Turkey’s Christian minority.
Jordan raising $100M for construction of first century village ahead of 2,000th anniversary of Jesus’ baptism
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan — named after the Jordan River and ruled by pro-Western King Abdullah II — is organizing a major global celebration marking the 2,000th anniversary of Christ’s baptism.