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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.

Bishop urges churches to embrace growing interest in Christianity

The Bishop of Blackburn has called on churches across Lancashire to prepare for a renewed interest in Christianity, saying there are encouraging signs of a “rebirth” among young people and families exploring faith.

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.

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.

Anti-Christian harassment continues to rise in Jerusalem

Many perpetrators believe their actions are justified under Judaic law.

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.

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 …

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.

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.

Petition against ban on church's street preaching delivered to Colchester City Council

Officials first said the preaching was too loud before moving on to objections about the content.

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.

Understanding Jewish Law as rebellion

Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on the October 7 2023 anniversary, a timely statement from Church of England interfaith advisers, and fresh perspectives on Jewish Law.