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18 church leaders arrested in China as part of crackdown
Christians in China have long faced harassment from the authorities.
Less than half of American adults say religion is important - study
Despite less than half of Americans ranking religion as an important part of their daily life, America is still more devout when it comes to religion than its economic peers, such as the United Kingdom or Germany, new data from Gallup shows.
Report shows huge contribution of faith communities to Welsh society
The Evangelical Alliance has produced a report showing the impact that faith communities are having in Wales.
Church historian highlights challenges and opportunities for evangelicalism in a changing world
A leading church historian has warned that the public image of evangelicals is being distorted by US politics, even as the movement experiences rapid growth and renewed vitality across the Global South.
Rapper Nicki Minaj speaks up for Nigeria's Christians amid relentless attacks
“In Nigeria, Christians are being targeted, driven from their homes and killed," she said.
Marriage Foundation warns decline in weddings reflects lingering impact of Covid lockdowns
The Marriage Foundation has voiced concern over newly released figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), which show a 9% fall in heterosexual marriages in England and Wales during 2023.
Scottish assisted dying Bill faces scrutiny from MSPs and medical groups
A contentious assisted dying bill being considered by Holyrood is facing mounting opposition as MSPs voice significant concerns about patient safety, human rights compliance, and supposed safeguards.
Three attacks in three days against Christians in Nigeria
Christmas is coming, and with it the possibility of more massacres.
Who was St Edmund the Martyr and why do we remember him?
20 November is St Edmund’s Day, celebrating the king and martyr who was once the patron saint of England. This is his story.
UK Supreme Court rules Religious Education in Northern Ireland unlawful
The UK Supreme Court has ruled that the current approach to Religious Education and collective worship in Northern Ireland schools breaches human rights and is unlawful.
Who was Hilda of Whitby and why is she important?
19 November is the day when Anglicans remember St Hilda of Whitby. She was a powerful and important woman in the history of the English Church. This is her story.
Over 2,000 anti-Christian hate crimes reported across Europe in 2024
Despite a slight drop in overall numbers, the attacks are becoming more violent in nature, a new report has warned.
Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: Goodness that embodies righteousness and truth
We have reached goodness in our journey through the fruits of Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) - a virtue often spoken of but less often understood.
European court accused of overreach after ruling against Poland in disability abortion case
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has come under criticism after ruling against Poland in a case concerning abortion on the grounds of disability.
Christians invited to start 2026 in prayer for the nation
A nationwide prayer initiative involving thousands of churches and Christians is set to take place at the start of the New Year.
Terrorist attack on church-run clinic in eastern DRC leaves dozens dead
A late-night assault on a Catholic health facility in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo has left around 20 civilians dead.