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Russia and Ukraine agree to temporary Orthodox Easter truce
In the Orthodox calendar, Easter falls one week after the date celebrated in western Europe.

Bishop urges people of Britain to stand up for Christian truth
It follows an earlier open letter addressed to King Charles, calling upon him to defend Christianity in line with his titles of Supreme Governor of the Church of England and "Defender of the Faith".

Fundraising Regulator reminds churches that collections are subject to code of practice
Churches can breach the code even when acting in good faith.

Religion is often left unspoken in the workplace despite widespread faith identity, research finds
Fifteen per cent of UK employees with a faith say they have experienced religious discrimination in the workplace.

Stress Awareness Month: how to find peace in a restless world
While stress may not disappear completely, it can be managed and even reduced. Here is some biblically grounded advice that can help bring peace and perspective in the midst of stress.

How the Moon sets the religious calendar
Mankind has always been drawn to look at the moon. The Moon’s creation was explained in the book of Genesis and it plays a vital role in setting the dates of religious festivals. This is the story …

CoE's interfaith bishop welcomes decision to bar Kanye West from Britain
The Bishop of Willesden said that cultural expression must "not amplify fear or legitimise prejudice".

Indian Supreme Court ruling could deprive 'untouchable' Christians of protections
An Indian Supreme Court ruling could deprive Christian converts from among the lowest castes access to affirmative action programmes and other benefits.

Trying to increase attendance is biggest challenge for church leaders
Other concerns including improving discipleship and engaging younger generations.

Christians demand Lebanon be included in ceasefire
The exact terms of the ceasefire are unclear and disputed.

Over 1,400 Christians killed in Nigeria so far this year, new report claims
Intersociety said that 1,800 Christians were abducted in the same period - with 180 of the abductees killed.

10 crimes a day against UK churches, reports Countryside Alliance
Thousands of crimes were committed against church properties in 2025, the Countryside Alliance has reported.

The rise of 'full-fat' Christianity?
Even if the "Quiet Revival" report has been discredited, many Christians still agree that something still seems to be going on.

Paramedic who secretly administered abortion drugs to lover is struck off
It is not the first time a man has secretly administered abortion drugs to a pregnant girlfriend.

Quoting the Bible from space
Recently, Christian astronaut Victor Glover was reminded of the memorable Christmas Eve reading from Genesis on Apollo 8 in 1968, and he was asked to give an Easter message from Artemis II. This is the story …

New study explores why young men are embracing Christianity in Finland
“Saying that it is only about conservatism is by far simplifying the phenomenon," the study's authors said.