Rowan Williams criticised over claim Farage is using Christianity to fuel anti-Muslim feeling
Former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams has faced criticism after suggesting that Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is using Christianity to “channel anti-Muslim feeling” in Britain.
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Päivi Räsänen granted UK visa but not in time to attend free speech conference
Finnish MP Päivi Räsänen has been granted permission to enter the UK, but the decision came too late for her to attend a religious freedom conference in Northern Ireland in person.
Cory Asbury takes down shirtless photo after backlash
Christian singer Cory Asbury has taken down a shirtless picture of himself after receiving criticism that it lacked modesty and could be a stumbling block for others.
Open Doors raises alarm over violence in Sudan
Church leaders and Christians in Sudan's Nuba Mountains are facing a growing wave of killings, abductions and attacks as fighting between rival armed factions intensifies in the country's South Kordofan state.
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US churches healthier than expected despite ‘massive discipleship gap’ – new study
American churches are receiving high marks from those who regularly enter their pews, despite new research showing that more than half of self-identifying Christians attend services less than once a month.
Learning from the Jason Arday tragedy
The tragic death of Professor Jason Arday offers important lessons for the Church about truth, compassion and the dangers of elevating individuals without sufficient scrutiny.
Premier League footballer says ‘faith helped me through injury’
A Premier League footballer has revealed how finding faith helped him cope with a series of injuries that kept him off the pitch for periods totalling more than three years.
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Silent disco a 'desecration' of Canterbury Cathedral
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Giles Fraser mixes God and gardening at Kew Gardens
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Vietnamese pastor sentenced to over 7 years in jail
Ethnic minority Christians are often accused of being political agitators.
The 'very survival of Christianity' is at risk in Syria
Attempts to build an "inclusive" society have been hampered by militant groups.
Open Doors raises alarm over violence in Sudan
Church leaders and Christians in Sudan's Nuba Mountains are facing a growing wave of killings, abductions and attacks as fighting between rival armed factions intensifies in the country's South Kordofan state.
Cardinal visits struggling Taybeh in solidarity
Christians living in the Holy Land are sometimes referred to as the "Living Stones".
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Learning from the Jason Arday tragedy
The tragic death of Professor Jason Arday offers important lessons for the Church about truth, compassion and the dangers of elevating individuals without sufficient scrutiny.
US churches healthier than expected despite ‘massive discipleship gap’ – new study
American churches are receiving high marks from those who regularly enter their pews, despite new research showing that more than half of self-identifying Christians attend services less than once a month.
Scottish churches welcome £1m fund for historic buildings
Church leaders in Scotland have welcomed news that a £1 million fund is to be made available to cover the cost of repairs to listed buildings in Scotland.
Premier League footballer says ‘faith helped me through injury’
A Premier League footballer has revealed how finding faith helped him cope with a series of injuries that kept him off the pitch for periods totalling more than three years.
Biblical animation ‘David’ heads to UK and Ireland after $88m global success
Animated biblical film ‘David’ is heading to cinemas across the UK and Ireland on August 21, following a successful international run that has brought in almost $88 million at the global box office.
Over 80% of US pastors have considered leaving ministry – survey
Over 80% of pastors in the United States have contemplated stepping away from pastoral ministry at some point during the last five years, with problems surrounding church culture emerging as a leading factor, according to a new survey.
Silent disco a 'desecration' of Canterbury Cathedral
Christian commentators have reacted with dismay at a silent disco of ‘80s music held in Canterbury Cathedral on 15 August.
Letter campaign launched against assisted suicide bill following Prime Minister’s comments
Right To Life UK has stepped up its campaign against a renewed attempt to legalise assisted suicide, urging supporters to write to MPs ahead of a key Commons vote next month.
DUP MP Jim Shannon charged with common assault
DUP MP and prominent Christian parliamentarian Jim Shannon has been charged with common assault.
Andy Burnham and the archbishop who inspired his sense of social justice
Archbishop Derek Worlock appeared on the first ever edition of BBC Question Time.
Iona Community objects to plan for huge offshore windfarm
Sacrilege or "vital green energy project"?
The 'very survival of Christianity' is at risk in Syria
Attempts to build an "inclusive" society have been hampered by militant groups.
Catholic MP Florence Eshalomi appointed new faith minister
Labour MP Florence Eshalomi has been appointed as the government's new faith minister as part of a wider brief covering homelessness, communities and democracy.
Brechin Cathedral handed over to community trust
Not everyone is convinced this is a win.
Turin Shroud replica and exhibition to be displayed in Bristol church
The British Society for the Turin Shroud takes no position on the relic's authenticity.
Seven Christians held incommunicado by China
The charges against those arrested have not been disclosed.
UN experts raise ‘grave concern’ over violence against Christian women and girls in Nigeria
UN experts have raised concerns over worsening violence and insecurity in Nigeria, warning that Christian women and girls are among those facing an elevated threat of killings, abduction, sexual violence and forced marriage.
‘Marriage-style’ rights for cohabiting couples could mean 75,000 fewer births a year
Government plans to extend financial and property rights to unmarried couples could lead to fewer marriages and births in England and Wales, according to a new report drawing on the experience of Finland.
Canadian military chaplains told not to mention God at public events
Public prayers are also no longer permitted.
Distinctive church with rare stained glass window awarded Grade II* listed status
A Catholic church in Greater Manchester known for its distinctive architecture and rare collection of stained glass has been awarded Grade II* listed status.