Report raises concerns about anti-Christian hate crimes in Europe
Dozens of anti-Christian incidents were recorded in February, including a violent assault on Christians at a pro-life event in Germany.
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Pro-life group fears proposed Belfast byelaws will suppress free speech
The byelaws include restrictions on pro-life material.
The ancient Christian tradition of pilgrimage
For centuries, Christians have gone on pilgrimage to seek God, to remember the faith of those who have gone before them, and to encounter the Lord in a deeper way.
Danny Kruger says churches should have 'special privilege' to worship in national spaces
Reform MP, Danny Kruger, has waded into the ongoing row over a large Muslim prayer event in Trafalgar Square, saying that "it should not happen again".
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Christian organisations condemn government aid cuts
Tearfund, CAFOD and Christian Aid have all received government funding.
A little known Christian declaration that deserves more support
There has been disappointingly little support from Christians in this country to the ‘2025 Westminster Declaration on Faith, Freedom and Public Life’.
The dilemma of war for Christians
With wars constantly in the news, it is good to reflect on the biblical ethics of conflict.
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The story of St Patrick’s Day
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'Sad news' as House of Lords approves abortion up to birth
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Disestablishing Church of England 'will not be a priority' at next election, says Green Party
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King Charles called upon to defend Christian heritage
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Archbishop of Canterbury will be attending abortion vote in Lords on Wednesday
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Archbishop of Canterbury to embark on historic six-day pilgrimage
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UK urged to press Nigeria on violence against Christians during historic Tinubu visit
A coalition of Christian and human rights organisations has called on the UK government to use President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to Britain to press for stronger protections for Christians and other vulnerable communities in Nigeria, amid continuing concern over deadly attacks and weak accountability.
Bangladesh Christian leaders express cautious hope under new government
Bangladesh’s new government has prompted cautious optimism among Christian leaders, who say recent political changes offer a potential opening for greater religious freedom even as concerns remain over security, justice and political pressure.
Jimmy Lai's daughter says he is looking to God after imprisonment
The daughter of imprisoned media tycoon Jimmy Lai told those gathered at the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast that her father believes his life "is no longer about me, but God,” as she shared how his commitment to his faith remains strong despite the difficulties he faces.
Christians call for protection and release of prisoners in Iran
Iranian diaspora Christians are divided on the current conflict.
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Scotland’s assisted suicide vote: a temporary victory?
It will be interesting to see if the Scottish government goes down the route of investing in quality palliative care, or whether Liam McArthur's defeated assisted suicide bill is simply resurrected in another form.
The dilemma of war for Christians
With wars constantly in the news, it is good to reflect on the biblical ethics of conflict.
Britain’s culture of giving is becoming more 'fragile' as donations fall
A major new report from the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) has raised fresh concerns about the state of charitable giving in the UK, showing that total public donations fell sharply in 2025 as fewer people gave and average gifts became smaller.
Nick Timothy stands by criticism of Muslim prayer in Trafalgar Square
Shadow justice minister Nick Timothy is standing by claims that a mass Islamic prayer in Trafalgar Square was “a declaration of domination” that should never be repeated.
King Charles called upon to defend Christian heritage
Defender of faith or Defender of The Faith?
John Cleese says Britain is Christian at the 'deepest level'
Cleese has always denied that The Life of Brian was blasphemous.
Archbishop of Canterbury: Prayers with those impacted by meningitis outbreak
Two people have died in the outbreak so far.
Brazilian court rules in favour of student who said transgender women 'obviously born male'
A Brazilian veterinary student has been vindicated by a Federal Regional Court which ruled that she has no case to answer over online posts stating that transgender women “were obviously born male”.
Disestablishing Church of England 'will not be a priority' at next election, says Green Party
The Green Party has responded to claims it wants to disestablish the Church of England by saying that this will "not be a priority" at the next General Election.
Joseph Duggar of '19 Kids and Counting' arrested for child molestation
Former “19 Kids and Counting” star Joseph Duggar, whose older brother Josh Duggar is currently serving time in prison for receiving and possessing child pornography, has been arrested and charged with lewd and lascivious behavior involving unlawful sexual activity with a minor.
Archbishop of Canterbury to embark on historic six-day pilgrimage
The Archbishop of Canterbury will undertake a six-day pilgrimage before she is installed as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury later this month.
The story of St Patrick’s Day
On March 17 every year, people in Ireland and across the world celebrate St Patrick’s Day. But who was St Patrick, and why is he remembered centuries later? His story is one of hardship, faith and a remarkable mission that changed the course of Ireland’s history.
Priests die saving altar boys from drowning during retreat in Ecuador
Two Catholic priests have died after rescuing two altar boys from drowning during a retreat in coastal Ecuador.
Relief as Scottish Parliament rejects assisted suicide in historic vote
Christians and groups opposed to assisted suicide have welcomed the vote in the Scottish Parliament and urged MSPs to now focus their energies on improving palliative care provision in Scotland.
'Sad news' as House of Lords approves abortion up to birth
Christians have reacted with sadness after members of the House of Lords failed to back amendments that would have removed the decriminalisation of abortion up to birth from the Crime and Policing Bill.
Church of Ireland marks St Patrick’s Day with worship, music and pilgrimage
Church of Ireland dioceses and cathedrals have prepared a wide programme of worship, music and community events to mark St Patrick’s Day on Tuesday.
AI still too inaccurate when it comes to Scripture, says YouVersion founder
YouVersion founder and CEO Bobby Gruenewald says artificial intelligence holds enormous promise. But when it comes to answering questions about God and Scripture, he believes the technology is not yet ready.
Pastor arrested in Cuba after uploading Bible lesson to YouTube
Pastor Rolando Pérez Lora was accosted by police mere moments after uploading the video.
Priest in West Bank's only Christian village speaks of Israeli 'impunity'
Father Bashar Fawadleh, parish priest of Taybeh, wants perpetrators of attacks and intimidation to be held to account.
Buddhism declines worldwide as ageing and disaffiliation take their toll, Pew study finds
Buddhism was the only major world faith to record a decline between 2010 and 2020.