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DUP MP Jim Shannon charged with common assault
DUP MP and prominent Christian parliamentarian Jim Shannon has been charged with common assault.
Vietnamese pastor sentenced to over 7 years in jail
Ethnic minority Christians are often accused of being political agitators.
The 'very survival of Christianity' is at risk in Syria
Attempts to build an "inclusive" society have been hampered by militant groups.
Catholic MP Florence Eshalomi appointed new faith minister
Labour MP Florence Eshalomi has been appointed as the government's new faith minister as part of a wider brief covering homelessness, communities and democracy.
Cardinal visits struggling Taybeh in solidarity
Christians living in the Holy Land are sometimes referred to as the "Living Stones".
Biblical animation ‘David’ heads to UK and Ireland after $88m global success
Animated biblical film ‘David’ is heading to cinemas across the UK and Ireland on August 21, following a successful international run that has brought in almost $88 million at the global box office.
Over 80% of US pastors have considered leaving ministry – survey
Over 80% of pastors in the United States have contemplated stepping away from pastoral ministry at some point during the last five years, with problems surrounding church culture emerging as a leading factor, according to a new survey.
Brechin Cathedral handed over to community trust
Not everyone is convinced this is a win.
Silent disco a 'desecration' of Canterbury Cathedral
Christian commentators have reacted with dismay at a silent disco of ‘80s music held in Canterbury Cathedral on 15 August.
Canadian military chaplains told not to mention God at public events
Public prayers are also no longer permitted.
Distinctive church with rare stained glass window awarded Grade II* listed status
A Catholic church in Greater Manchester known for its distinctive architecture and rare collection of stained glass has been awarded Grade II* listed status.
Letter campaign launched against assisted suicide bill following Prime Minister’s comments
Right To Life UK has stepped up its campaign against a renewed attempt to legalise assisted suicide, urging supporters to write to MPs ahead of a key Commons vote next month.
UN experts raise ‘grave concern’ over violence against Christian women and girls in Nigeria
UN experts have raised concerns over worsening violence and insecurity in Nigeria, warning that Christian women and girls are among those facing an elevated threat of killings, abduction, sexual violence and forced marriage.
Andy Burnham and the archbishop who inspired his sense of social justice
Archbishop Derek Worlock appeared on the first ever edition of BBC Question Time.
Giles Fraser mixes God and gardening at Kew Gardens
Giles Fraser has been working on a new project that aims to combine the Gospel with the English love of gardening.
Turin Shroud replica and exhibition to be displayed in Bristol church
The British Society for the Turin Shroud takes no position on the relic's authenticity.