Gafcon elects council instead of figurehead to rival Archbishop of Canterbury
The Gafcon movement had been widely expected to appoint a primus but has instead chosen a "conciliar structure".
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Iranian Bishop of Chelmsford denounces 'unjust and illegal' war
The Bishop of Chelmsford, who fled from Iran as a teenager, has denounced the US-Israeli attack on the country as “unjust and illegal”.
Why MSPs must reject assisted suicide
Scotland stands at a pivotal moment, writes Anthony Horan.
The calling of Christians in these solemn days
In such an hour, the church must neither panic nor grow silent. We are called to pray and to proclaim.
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As missiles fly overhead, Christians in Lebanon are 'exhausted', says bishop
Tens of thousands of people are displaced in Lebanon as renewed strikes bring a fragile ceasefire to an end.
British court rejects Ukrainian extradition for Church supporter
A British court has rejected an extradition request by the Ukrainian government for a supporter of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church.
BBC ignorant of religion, says Archbishop of York
The BBC suffers from an “appalling lack of religious literacy”, the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, has said.
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Justice is 'being delivered', say Iranian Christians
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How Greenland got the Bible
Greenland has been in the news recently. Despite a Christian presence for a thousand years, Greenland has only had the whole Bible since 1900. This is the story …
Japanese Church leader warns of 'polite persecution' in the country
"Religion is not recognized as a moral authority in this country and as long as we contain ourselves in the Church premises, we are considered harmless and fine.”
Is the Gen Z 'revival' in the US skin deep?
Even if they're coming to church, do they have a Christian worldview?
Turkey should be placed on Special Watch List for barring foreign Christians, says US body
Both US and EU institutions have raised concerns about the issue.
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January saw a rise in anti-Christian arson attacks in Europe
The true extent of anti-Christian hate crimes remains unclear as cases are not always reported.
YouGov to repeat ‘Quiet Revival’ study amid scrutiny
Plans are under way to revisit one of the most debated religion surveys in recent years, as YouGov prepares to repeat its research into church attendance later this year following growing scrutiny of claims about a “quiet revival” in Britain.
Victory for ex-gay Christian who was prosecuted in Malta over 'conversion therapy' comments
It marks the end of a three-year legal battle for Matthew Grech who has been found not guilty of “advertising conversion practices” in Malta.
The prayer booklet connecting with sceptics
Christian Today speaks to Emma Weaver of trypraying to hear about how a simple prayer guide is engaging even more non-Christians in prayer for the first time.
Christians oppose allowing boys to wear dresses at school
Schools should not be lying to children, said Christian Concern.
Justin Welby turned to therapy after resignation over John Smyth failings
Welby has admitted some failings, but taken issue with other claims in the Makin report.
Christian leaders raise alarm over end of repairs funding scheme
The Moderator of the Church of Scotland General Assembly said the funding gap may lead to more historic church buildings be sold off.
How digital technology is bringing the Welsh Bible to more people
The digital age is making the Welsh Bible even more accessible.
The sacred gift of rest: why we must pause and trust God
From the very beginning, God established the rhythm of rest.
Scottish church leaders urge Holyrood to reject assisted suicide
A final vote on the issue is expected to be very close.
Former Sri Lankan intelligence chief arrested over Easter bombings that killed 279
The 2019 bombings were the worst Islamist terror attack in Sri Lanka's modern history.
Media urged to ‘take its civic duty’ seriously
A call for greater engagement with broadcasters, newspapers and social media platforms has come from the executive director of an organisation promoting religious understanding in the media.
The state of Christianity and the medieval Church in England before the Reformation
As with much late-medieval faith, things were complex and there clearly was a hunger for a relationship with Christ, even if sometimes expressed in ways that would be rejected by later Reformers.
Fears for Christian hospices and care homes if assisted suicide is legalised
The Catholic Church in England and Wales is asking people to pray that assisted suicide will not be made legal.
Justice is 'being delivered', say Iranian Christians
A global network of Iranian Christians has welcomed targeted strikes against Iran’s leadership by the US and Israel.
Christians praying for Iran after death of Supreme Leader Khamenei
An Open Doors expert on Iran said the death of Khamenei "marks a significant and sobering moment in Iran’s history".
Nigeria rejects claims it paid ransom and released Islamists to secure kidnapped children
A report by AFP includes claims that Nigeria paid as much as $7 million and released two Boko Haram commanders in exchange for the release of children and staff kidnapped from a Catholic school.
How faith and boxing are helping young people choose a different path
Darrel McLeish says his life was transformed through boxing and Christianity.
The story of St David’s Day
Every year on March 1, people across Wales and Welsh communities around the world mark St David’s Day - a celebration of the country’s patron saint, its culture, and its proud heritage. But who was St David and why is he Wales’ patron saint?
Churches need to support marriage, says Les Isaac
The Street Pastors founder said that Christian marriages are in need of serious help and repair.