David Goodwin

Olympic faith initiative passes major milestone in race to one million

An initiative to share the powerful story of Scottish Olympic runner, Eric Liddell, is set to inspire a new generation of athletes and believers over the course of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Kevin Costner helms new Western epic telling story of faith on the frontier

"Faith is what guided people out there to the unknown."
Syrian militia commander vows to protect local Christians

A Syrian militia commander has promised to protect the last remaining Christians in the local community during a visit to the local Christian community in Ras Al-Ein in the north of the country.
Northern Ireland's bishops urge people to get out and vote in election

The Catholic bishops of Northern Ireland have exhorted politicians and the public to continue to find reasons for hope ahead of the general election on 4 July.
New report warns of rising attacks on believers in Holy Land

A new report has warned that hostility towards Christians is on the rise in Israel, with the blame being put on a surge in the number of attacks on believers and church properties and a growing atmosphere of nationalism.
Lebanon, caught in crossfire between Israeli army and militant groups, needs prayer

Christian leaders and welfare groups are calling for renewed prayer from believers around the world as the conflict in the Middle East continues to escalate, trapping civilians in southern Lebanon between the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and militant groups like Hezbollah.
Proposed religious discrimination laws proving unpopular in Australia

There is a growing feeling with the party that it cannot afford to be drawn into "a fight with the churches"
Auction of world's oldest Christian book nets millions

A Christian manuscript dating back to the 3rd century has been sold for just over Â£3m after going under the hammer at London auction house, Christie's.
Unique experiences go under the hammer for National Churches Trust

A private tour personally led by a peripatetic Python and a behind-the-scenes, all-access experience that will let you sit in on a live broadcast out of the Classic FM studios in London's Leicester Square. These are just two of the items that form part of a collection of special experiences bidders will be able to make an offer on thanks to an online auction being held this month.
Tensions rise in Australia over Religious Discrimination Bill

As Australian politicians prepare for debate over proposed new religious discrimination laws, senior faith leaders have warned that as the proposed legislation currently stands faith groups in Australia could go a "long way backwards".
New study explores Mother Teresa's spiritual struggles

A new study from the University of Birmingham has explored the doubts and struggles Mother Teresa battled throughout her ministry and life, revealing a human side that many believers will be able to identify with.
Global Christian community invited to gather in 25 hours of prayer and worship

"For the first time in history, the entire global Church is actually able to gather. So we are inviting all 2.5 billion people who love Jesus to come together to pray, to see stories of the church, and to commission them to become missionaries wherever they are to reach the ends of the earth."