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.
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Iraqi court rules in favour of Christian woman challenging Muslim religion status
A court in Iraq has delivered a favourable ruling for a young Christian woman seeking to change her officially registered religion from Islam to Christianity.
Let’s encourage our churches to support and pray for their elected representatives
Last week’s elections confirm that people have lost trust in both the system and the politicians - and the fragmentation that exists in British politics.
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.
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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.
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.
Christians urge UN to keep human rights spotlight on Eritrea
Eritrea is sometimes called the "North Korea of Africa".
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'Dark day' as retired pastor is convicted for preaching John 3:16 near abortion facilities
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Report warns of continued anti-Christian hostility across Europe during April
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Christians petition for protection of pastors in Colombia following murders
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Pastor Greg Locke's 20-year-old son dies from drug overdose
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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.
Christians urge UN to keep human rights spotlight on Eritrea
Eritrea is sometimes called the "North Korea of Africa".
Can the Middle East learn how to respect religious freedom from Kurdistan?
Kurdistan "offers an example imperfect but meaningful of what coexistence can look like".
Report warns of continued anti-Christian hostility across Europe during April
There were dozens of anti-Christian incidents across Europe in April, including violent attacks during Easter services, church vandalism, desecrations, arson cases, and assaults on clergy and worshippers.
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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.
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.
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.
‘Faith covenant’ has strengthened cooperation with local authorities, report finds
A “Faith Covenant” 10 years in the making has played a significant role in strengthening cooperation between faith communities and public authorities across the UK, particularly during times of crisis, an independent evaluation has concluded.
The Bohemian queen who was a catalyst for the English Reformation
11 May 2026 is the 660th anniversary of the birth of Anne of Bohemia, wife of King Richard II of England, who played an important role in the history of the English Bible. This is the story …
Christian Reform UK voters 'want their country back'
Nigel Farage has clashed with CoE leaders in the past.
Young Christians engaging with Bible more, survey finds
A new report reveals surprising levels of Bible engagement among young people aged 15–30.
Scotland faces crisis of belonging as loneliness deepens across society
Younger adults - despite being the most digitally connected generation in history - are increasingly struggling to form meaningful relationships and stable communities.
Seismic elections in the UK – the good, the bad and the ugly
I would suggest that, leaving out the hyperbole, these are the most significant elections since Maggie Thatcher was elected – or perhaps the Brexit referendum. What can Christians make of it all?
Faith plays key role in young people’s mental wellbeing - study
A new study suggests that religion can play a significant role in shaping the mental health and emotional resilience of young people, particularly when it is expressed through positive coping practices.
‘Biggest mission opportunity’: Gospel campaign launched ahead of World Cup
Christian charity Hope Together UK is encouraging churches and individuals across the UK to seize what it describes as “the biggest mission opportunity” during this summer’s FIFA World Cup, with the launch of a new football-themed outreach resource.
Who represents you and who do you represent?
Scripture repeatedly shows that God works through representatives, and the spiritual consequences of their actions often extend far beyond their individual lives.
Understanding the reasons for the conviction of Päivi Räsänen
In Finland cultural, or in this case, legal power is being used to shut down scientific discussion.
Pastor Greg Locke's 20-year-old son dies from drug overdose
Greg Locke, pastor of Global Vision Bible Church in Lebanon, Tennessee, announced Friday that his 20-year-old son, Evan Roberts Locke, has died.
Christians petition for protection of pastors in Colombia following murders
A petition will be presented to the new president.
Päivi Räsänen to appeal to ECHR after conviction over biblical pamphlet
Räsänen's case has been ongoing for years now.