Christians remember Aberfan disaster 60 years on
It was described by one individual as "the ministry of tears".
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US Episcopal Church membership falls below 1.5 million as decades-long decline continues
The US Episcopal Church has reported a further decline in membership and worship attendance, with new data it has fallen below 1.5 million members despite signs of post-pandemic stabilisation.
John Lennox urges Christians to overcome fear of sharing their faith
“What we all can do is to share what Christ has done for us,” he said.
Ebola death toll mounts as outbreak spreads further across DR Congo
Healthcare workers are struggling to contain the disease amid shortages of essential medical equipment and ongoing insecurity.
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Children’s declining wellbeing linked to lack of belonging, Christian charity warns
A fifth of young people across the UK struggle to feel at home in their local area, according to a new report from Christian charity The Children’s Society.
Churches must do more to equip Christians for evangelism, says J John
Churches need to devote more time and resources to evangelism and do more to equip their members to share their faith with non-Christians, evangelist Canon J John has said.
Research suggests married mothers are happier
New research has suggested that married mothers report significantly higher levels of happiness than those who are single or unmarried.
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Priest dies after cross falls on him during livestreamed Mass
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Nicky Gumbel elected to Church of England parliament with a call to put evangelism first
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John Lennox urges Christians to overcome fear of sharing their faith
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Pastor died after wooden arch fell at Big Church Festival, inquest hears
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Are we ready to battle for the Gospel?
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Anti-Christian harassment continues to rise in Jerusalem
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Euthanasia cases in Belgium doubled in last five years
Euthanasia now accounts for 4% of deaths in Belgium.
Anti-Christian harassment continues to rise in Jerusalem
Many perpetrators believe their actions are justified under Judaic law.
Priest dies after cross falls on him during livestreamed Mass
A priest in Guayaquil, Ecuador, has died after a crucifix fell on him during an evening Mass on Saturday.
Ebola death toll mounts as outbreak spreads further across DR Congo
Healthcare workers are struggling to contain the disease amid shortages of essential medical equipment and ongoing insecurity.
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Churches must do more to equip Christians for evangelism, says J John
Churches need to devote more time and resources to evangelism and do more to equip their members to share their faith with non-Christians, evangelist Canon J John has said.
John Lennox urges Christians to overcome fear of sharing their faith
“What we all can do is to share what Christ has done for us,” he said.
US Episcopal Church membership falls below 1.5 million as decades-long decline continues
The US Episcopal Church has reported a further decline in membership and worship attendance, with new data it has fallen below 1.5 million members despite signs of post-pandemic stabilisation.
Young people are finding their way to the Christian faith through media, says bishop
Bishop Ruth Bushyager says an exciting shift is happening after years of unfulfilling secularism.
Conversion therapy bill denounced as parliamentary scrutiny begins
A parliamentary report on the proposed bill is due in January.
Church of England receives £13m under new scheme to preserve historic churches
A Church representative said he was conscious many churches had not received the funding they seek.
The questions Britain must answer about Christian free speech
The case of Anita Meston, the teacher sacked by a secondary school for expressing pro-life views, deepens Britain’s reputation for suppressing Christian freedom of speech.
Church warden and rector lead legal challenge against Church of England's Project Spire
A legal challenge has been on the cards for some time but the names of those spearheading the action have only now been revealed.
Prayers urged ahead of pastor's abortion zone appeal
Johnston, 78, was convicted and fined after he delivered an open air service within an abortion clinic buffer zone in July 2024.
The inspiring story of St Luke: the man who wrote a quarter of the New Testament
18 October is St Luke’s Day. This year’s observance has particular significance, marking the 500th anniversary of the first printed publication of Luke’s Gospel in English. This is the story …
‘Strength does not always look impressive’: living with OCD as a Christian
Thea Joshi, of the Centre for Mental Health, reflects on living with OCD as a Christian and what churches and fellow Christians can do to help those living with the condition.
Nicky Gumbel elected to Church of England parliament with a call to put evangelism first
The founder of the globally influential Alpha Course, the Rev Nicky Gumbel, has been elected to the Church of England’s General Synod.
Half of Catholic churches in Glasgow to close
The city was once famed for its Catholic heritage.
Pope Leo XIV recovering after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV has undergone successful surgery to remove a "small, localised nodule" from his lung and has returned to his room at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, the Vatican has confirmed.
SPUC seeks legal advice after SNP cancels conference fringe event
SPUC recently welcomed the SNP decision to drop an abortion motion from its conference.
Are we ready to battle for the Gospel?
Evangelist Rico Tice calls on Christians to embrace the personal sacrifice of making disciples as church leaders hear of fresh opportunities to share the Gospel across Britain.
Pastor died after wooden arch fell at Big Church Festival, inquest hears
An inquest into the death of Pastor Robert Guanco has opened.
Christian Red Cross volunteer slain in northwest Nigeria
Gunmen ambush aid team vehicle.
NI government grants £200,000 for historic churches
But how far will £200,000 go?
Open Doors calls for prayer for Syrian Christians following renewed violence
Christian persecution charity Open Doors has appealed for prayers for believers in Syria following another armed attack on the predominantly Christian town of Al-Suqaylabiyah.
