'Quiet revival' claims 'laid to rest' once and for all as study shows UK churchgoing continues to fall
New figures from the British Social Attitudes survey also show there are no signs of a religious revival among young people.
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Proposed conversion therapy ban comes up against human rights law
Labour wants to ban so-called 'conversion therapy' but critics point out that abusive practices are already illegal.
Thousands attend 'March for Jesus' in Belfast
"The atmosphere was full of joy, faith and the presence of God," said organisers.
House of Lords to debate abortion complications and protections for survivors
Babies who survive abortion are left to die.
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The Christian Church in mainland China since 1949
The history of the Christian Church in mainland China since 1949 is a story characterised by times of dramatic upheaval, near destruction and martyrdom, and unexpected revival.
England’s cathedrals remain vital civic and spiritual ‘beacons’ despite mounting pressures – report
A new report from Theos found that cathedrals continue to play a uniquely important role in national life despite increasing secularisation and growing financial pressures.
In many English cities, cathedrals play a major role
It’s impossible to imagine St Albans without its cathedral.
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Labour presses on with controversial plans to ban 'conversion therapy'
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Poll suggests quarter of British Christians are 'Christian nationalists'
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'Quiet revival' claims 'laid to rest' once and for all as study shows UK churchgoing continues to fall
New figures from the British Social Attitudes survey also show there are no signs of a religious revival among young people.
England’s cathedrals remain vital civic and spiritual ‘beacons’ despite mounting pressures – report
A new report from Theos found that cathedrals continue to play a uniquely important role in national life despite increasing secularisation and growing financial pressures.
Britain has become ‘dangerously complacent’ over family breakdown
Dr Harry Benson, Research Director at the Marriage Foundation, said the latest official data on families and households pointed to a “profound social change” that had received little public attention despite long-term consequences for family stability and child wellbeing.
Police drop criminal investigation into street preacher
A pastor has hailed a "win for free speech" after police dropped a criminal investigation into him over comments he made about Islam and transgender ideology while street preaching.
Pakistani girl at centre of forced marriage and conversion case moved to government shelter
The girl has been placed in a neutral government shelter, pending the results of an age test.
Calls for investigation into disappearance of Protestant missionary in southern Mexico
The 79-year-old Protestant missionary has been missing for more than six weeks.
A three day journey by canoe to receive life-saving treatment from Mercy Ships
Most Madagascans cannot afford surgery, even on the rare occasions its available.
Archbishop of Canterbury pledges solidarity with Britain's Jews
Antisemitic incidents have increased in frequency and deadliness.
Church of England celebrates continued post-pandemic growth
The Church said it was encouraged by five years in a row of growth while acknowledging that growth, attendance and participation remain below pre-pandemic levels.
Poll suggests quarter of British Christians are 'Christian nationalists'
Around a quarter of Christians in Britain identify as Christian nationalists or are sympathetic to its ideas
Churches urged to help address UK fostering shortage
Christian charities Home for Good and Safe Families UK are calling on churches across Britain to play a greater role in supporting vulnerable children.
Church of Scotland sees some signs of growth despite fall in membership
The Church is prioritising students in its plans for growth and renewal.
Labour presses on with controversial plans to ban 'conversion therapy'
Critics of the plans fear that ordinary Christian practices will be criminalised.
Many churches unconcerned about food ethics, survey suggests
A survey conducted on behalf of environmental charity Green Christian has suggested that only a minority of churches take into account ethical concerns when serving food and drink.
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Christians among main victims of Islamist violence in eastern DRC
Christians in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are facing escalating violence from an Islamic State-linked militant group accused of massacres, abductions and systematic terror attacks across villages and churches, according to a major new Amnesty International report.