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Iraqi bishops consider PM's invitation for Christians to return
Some Christians suspect the motives of the Iraqi PM.
David Amess' family welcomes review into his murder
The daughter of Sir David Amess has welcomed the government’s confirmation of the terms of reference for an independent review into his murder.
£1.4m appeal to save York Minster's Rose Window from climate change
York Minster has launched an appeal for funds to conserve its iconic Rose Window, which is feared to be at risk from the impact of climate change.
Declining Christian freedom a 'defining test' for Andy Burnham's government
Britain’s new Prime Minister Andy Burnham is being urged to defend Christian freedoms amid concerns that existing and proposed laws are restricting the public expression of religious beliefs.
Satanist sentenced after leaving dead animals outside churches
Some churchgoers stopped attending out of fear after dead lambs were left at New Forest churches.
Leicester church vows to rebuild after devastating fire
Firefighters were praised for their bravery in tackling the blaze, which caused "significant" damage to the Grade II listed church.
Pastor pays tribute to 'precious' church member found dead in Athens suitcase
An Edinburgh church has paid tribute to a “precious” member of its congregation after she was found dead in a suitcase in Athens.
Iraqi Christian wins legal challenge against official Muslim status
In many Islamic countries a person's religion is registered by the state, sometimes incorrectly.
Father Jacques Hamel remembered amid warning over forgotten terror victims
Victims of Islamist terrorism must not be allowed to fade from public memory, says the president of the Ayaan Hirsi Ali Foundation.
MP urges Archbishop of Canterbury to abandon £100m slavery reparations fund
Conservative MP Nick Timothy has written to the Archbishop of Canterbury urging her to "reconsider" the Church of England’s controversial £100m fund to address historic links to slavery.
30 Christians massacred in Nigeria laid to rest
Pastors and members of various churches attended a Catholic funeral service on Saturday for 27 Christians massacred by suspected Fulani terrorists in Kaduna state, Nigeria, sources said.
Growing interest in Christianity reported among UK military personnel
Rising numbers of baptisms, growing chapel attendance and greater demand for Bibles are pointing to increased openness to Christianity among military personnel.
Archbishop of Canterbury faces continued backlash over slavery and reparations stance
The Archbishop of Canterbury continues to face backlash over her support for the Church of England’s controversial £100m slavery reparations fund.
Over 135 healthcare professionals say assisted suicide bill is ‘not safe for patients’
Over 135 doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals are urging MPs to reject Lauren Edwards’ bill, which has picked up where Kim Leadbeater's own failed bill left off.
Amnesty apologises for report that branded dozens of Christian organisations 'anti-rights'
The report blacklisted over 100 Christian, pro-life and gender-critical organisations.
Archbishop of Canterbury visits slavery sites in Ghana amid criticism of reparations plans
The Archbishop of Canterbury has prayed "in lament for the Church’s involvement in the slave trade" during a tour of West Africa, but her comments have been criticised.