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".
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Church leaders pray for unity in service marking 1,700 years since Council of Nicaea
An ecumenical service has been held by Christian leaders in Iznik, Turkey, to mark the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea.
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.
Report calls for return of classical liberal education
The classical approach is popular with homeschoolers.
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Government neutrality on assisted suicide in question after 'irregular' Lords move
Assisted suicide remains a highly controversial issue.
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 …
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.
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 …
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Nigerian president declares nationwide security emergency after repeated attacks on Christians
The security forces have so far failed to stem the violence.
Spotlight falls on discrimination against Christians in Turkey as Pope visits
A report by the European Centre for Law and Justice documents the continuing difficulties faced by Turkey’s Christian minority.
Workshops attempt to eliminate endemic domestic violence in Egypt
One victim was told domestic violence was her cross to bear.
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.
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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 …
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 …
Christianity under siege in the world’s oldest Christian nation
The government of the world’s oldest Christian nation, the first to raise the Cross above the crescent and the hammer and sickle alike, now persecutes its own clergy. The message is chilling: faith itself is a political crime in Armenia.
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 …
Tribunal upholds new safeguarding complaint against David Tudor
A new complaint against disgraced priest David Tudor has been upheld by a Southwark Diocese tribunal.
Sudanese refugee threatened to stab preacher at London’s Speakers’ Corner
A Sudanese refugee threatened to stab a Christian street preacher at Speakers' Corner in London earlier this year, a court has heard.
Pro-life group: end of two-child benefit cap will save more unborn babies from abortion
The benefits cap may have been a factor in some women's decisions to have an abortion.
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.
National Trust asked to reconsider after filmmaker denied permission to film at Christian site
The National Trust said it was looking into the matter.
The decades long exodus of Anglican clergy into Catholicism
Women priests and a papal visit in 2010 all helped ease the path to Rome.
Nigerian Christians 'under siege' from constant attacks
Mervyn Thomas said the US was right to redesignate Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” after an "unprecedented rise in insecurity".
Mozambique crisis deepens as Christians killed and thousands displaced in new wave of extremist attacks
At least four Christians were killed, including one who was beheaded, in recent attacks across Nampula province.
Baptists seek to reverse decline in minister numbers
Baptist leaders are exploring ways to encourage and increase the recruitment of church ministers, following a decline of nearly a quarter in the last decade.
Conor McGregor describes profound encounter with God during trauma therapy
Conor McGregor has revealed an intense spiritual episode he says occurred while undergoing trauma-focused treatment earlier this year.
Liberty University expands into Europe in response to growing secularism
"In the long term, secularism grows in Europe because we're not investing in teenagers and the next generation with Christian values," said Lucian Mustata, who is working with the university on its digital expansion into the region.
Budget: Christians welcome end of two-child benefits limit
Christians have responded positively to the announcement in the Budget on Wednesday that the two-child benefits cap is to be lifted from next April.
Mounting concerns at Israeli settler attacks on Christians
Britain’s oldest serving MP has criticised the Israeli government for failing to prevent violence and intimidation against Christians in the West Bank.
Government urged to support nation's historic churches
The Church of England is urging the government to step up financial support for historic churches and cathedrals after a new poll by Savanta found that many people use and appreciate them.
WCC strengthens relations with official Chinese churches
The World Council of Churches (WCC) has expressed gratitude for a meeting with Christian organisations in China.
Televangelist Benny Hinn and wife, Suzanne, finalize divorce for a second time
More than a year after she filed for divorce from televangelist Benny Hinn, Suzanne Hinn's marriage to the popular faith-healer is now officially over for a second time in 46 years.