King Charles releases Easter message but faces criticism over reference to other faiths
The King faced similar criticisms over his 2024 Christmas message which appeared to suggest that all faiths are the same.
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US missionary kidnapped at gunpoint is rescued unharmed
Five days after he was kidnapped by armed men from his church in Motherwell, South Africa, Tennessee missionary Josh Sullivan was rescued and “miraculously unharmed” following a “high-intensity shootout” that left three people dead.
English Heritage accused of whitewashing Christianity from Easter
One visitor to an English Heritage site took exception to what he called the “whitewashing” of history.
US criticised for failing to bring up religious freedom in Iran talks
The USA has failed to bring up religious freedom in its engagement with Iran
Churches celebrate a united Easter this year
Different calendars mean Orthodox and Western churches often celebrate Easter on different dates, but this year they align.
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Will Christian movies ever make an impact in the UK?
More recently, I’ve enjoyed Christian movies Unsung Hero and Jesus Revolution on limited release in the UK, but it’s rare for such films to make the multiplex chains.
Supreme Court ruling on definition of woman hailed a victory
"The vibe shift is real," says a UK evangelical leader.
Supreme court rules against anonymity for doctors who wish to withdraw life support from children
Doctors wishing to end the lives of terminally ill children can no longer expect legal anonymity.
Parishioners claim CofE's Net Zero plan is leaving church-goers in the cold
Not for the first time, a well-intentioned plan may have had undesirable side-effects
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American missionary pastor abducted at gunpoint during church meeting in South Africa
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Half of Gaza's Christians hiding in one church
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Australian judge rules against puberty blockers for 12 year old in 'stunning victory for sanity'
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Police used unnecessary force in Quaker raid, say Churches
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Surge in searches for local churches
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Egypt's Christians face 'constant pressure to hide their faith'
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Estonian Church appeals to US to save it from government ban
The church denies it is a puppet of Russia, or a supporter of the war in Ukraine.
More than 50 Christians slain in Nigeria's Plateau state
Following the killing of more than 60 Christians in Plateau state, Nigeria earlier this month, the death toll of a dawn attack on April 14 on a predominantly Christian community in the state has risen to 51, according to reports.
Religious facades mask the misery of human trafficking
A disturbing and deceptive trend has come to light in Southeast Asia: human traffickers masquerading as Christian missionaries and pilgrims to transport victims across international borders.
Christian organisations call for end to latest Sudan conflict
War has been Sudan's only constant for nearly a century.
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Church safeguarding is firmly rooted in Scripture
Safeguarding is indeed every Christian’s responsibility.
Surge in searches for local churches
The Church of England has been buoyed by latest figures showing a leap in visits to its church finder website.
Australian judge rules against puberty blockers for 12 year old in 'stunning victory for sanity'
The idea that gender identity is not affected by external factors was found to be unsupported by evidence.
Egypt's Christians face 'constant pressure to hide their faith'
Despite being 11 million strong, Egypt's Christians face persistent persecution
Church of England bishops express 'grief, sorrow and outrage' over Gaza hospital attack
The Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza City is run by the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem and has been a lifeline for Palestinians since the outbreak of the war between Israel and Gaza.
Lottery gives £1.69m grant to restore Pugin designs in Nottingham Cathedral
The grant is part of the cathedral's Restoring Pugin Project
Irish Christians have 'medieval' views on Jews, say researchers
The Irish have "medieval" views, according to American academics
Police used unnecessary force in Quaker raid, say Churches
Churches have called for a police review into the raid on a Quaker Meeting House
How should we understand the heavenly temple? Some insights from John’s Gospel
The Gospel of John doesn't just answer this question; it unfolds the spectacular reality behind all of existence.
Half of Gaza's Christians hiding in one church
Those who have survived consider themselves lucky
Church of England invests millions in parish renewal and mission expansion
In a major funding boost aimed at revitalising local churches and expanding outreach efforts, the Church of England has announced a new wave of grants supporting parishes across both urban and rural communities.
UK Christian charities help raise over £10m for Myanmar earthquake survivors
A powerful wave of compassion from across the UK has helped raise more than £10m for the people of Myanmar, devastated by a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit on 28th March 2025, claiming over 3,000 and leaving many more injured and displaced.