Why a Christian book was sent to British parliamentarians this Easter
Dr Sharon James speaks to Christian Today about her engagement with parliamentarians on the role of Christianity in British society, and the openness she observes towards exploring the nation’s Christian heritage at this time.
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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.
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.
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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 …
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.
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Palm Sunday: the triumphal entry and its meaning for us today
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King Charles faces criticism for declining to issue Easter message
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Iraqi Christians told to cancel Palm Sunday and Easter celebrations
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Trump shares letter from Franklin Graham telling him to accept Jesus as his Saviour
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Trump pastor says Iran war is a 'spiritual obligation'
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Religious freedom violations increasing in Nicaragua
The situation has declined since 2018.
Indian Christians denounces crackdown on property
There has been an alleged crackdown on Christian buildings providing services for the most vulnerable in society.
Päivi Räsänen calls for repeal of hate speech laws across Europe after shock conviction
All copies of a decades old pamphlet are to be destroyed after Finland's former Minister of the Interior was convicted of hate speech - even though the law that convicted her did not exist at the time the pamphlet was published.
Gateway Church Robert Morris leaves prison
Morris said he was "deeply sorry" for his actions in a statement issued after leaving prison.
News
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 …
Easter events cancelled in Syria after violence against Christians
Syrian government forces were eventually able to restore order.
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.
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.
Kemi Badenoch calls for end to trans 'witch-hunt' in the NHS
Christian nurse Jennifer Melle was suspended after referring to a female-identifying convicted paedophile with male pronouns.
Why is the British monarch also called Defender of the Faith?
The British monarch traditionally bears the title “Defender of the Faith” which also appears on British coins as “F.D.” As it’s been back in the news lately, now’s a good time to consider it in more detail.
Christians Against Poverty to merge with Community Money Advice
CAP and CMA join forces to expand church-based debt support across the UK.
Poll suggests opposition to CoE's role in public life
In a bizarre twist, apparently 14 per cent of people want the king to head multiple religions.
Court hearing for pastor's alleged abortion zone breach postponed
Pastor Clive Johnston preached at an open-air service within 100 metres of an abortion facility.
Church leaders stopped by Israeli police from entering Holy Sepulchre on Palm Sunday
Israel's prime minister has said the Church leaders will now have "full and immediate access" after international outcry.
EU Special Envoy for religious freedom finally appointed
Some feel the EU has been dragging its feet on the issue of religious freedom.
Syrian Church leaders speak out after attacks on Christian property
Syrian Church leaders have called for greater efforts to preserve peace and stability after attacks on homes, shops and cars in a predominantly Christian town.
Christians concerned about Starmer's new social cohesion policy
British values mean liberalism and LGBT rights according to the government.
Trump shares letter from Franklin Graham telling him to accept Jesus as his Saviour
President Donald Trump shared a letter on Palm Sunday that had been sent to him by evangelist Franklin Graham last October, which urged him to seriously consider his eternal state, accept Jesus Christ as his Saviour and cease trusting in his own works if he hopes to go to Heaven.
Trump pastor says Iran war is a 'spiritual obligation'
One of Donald Trump’s most vocal Christian supporters has justified the Israeli-US military strike on Iran.
Gloucester Cathedral to unveil stunning new pipe organ
Gloucester Cathedral has said that this year’s Organ Festival will be extra special, as it will see the unveiling of its brand new organ.
Three words that changed history: ‘Jesus became sin'
As we enter Easter, we want to centre our attention on the significance of Christ’s work of redemption for all of humanity.
Iraqi Christians told to cancel Palm Sunday and Easter celebrations
The Palm Sunday celebrations in Northern Iraq usually are big celebrations to commemorate Jesus entering Jerusalem.
The Desert Fathers and Desert Mothers: radical Christians in the deserts of Late Antiquity
Although the Desert Fathers and Desert Mothers withdrew from society, paradoxically they became deeply influential and impacted on it.
Christians voice 'grave concern' after UN inquiry finds Ukrainian children were deported and forcibly transferred
“These actions are a shocking violation of the God-given dignity of every child and of the sanctity of family bonds."