Joseph Hartropp

Orthodox Archbishop Alludes To Trump's Immigration Ban, Calls For 'Love Of The Stranger'
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America have issued a statement focussing on the importance of Christian hospitality, and the need to welcome 'people of every nation, tribe, and tongue', in an apparent reference to President Trump's immigration ban.

From Violent Witchcraft To Christ: Young Man's True Story Of Transformation
A young man has shared of how his life was transformed from one of violent activity in a witchcraft gang to living a new life in relationship with Jesus.

Catholic Theologian Slams Trump's Border Wall, Says 'Significant Spiritual Issues Are At Stake'
Dan Groody says Trump's wall is "political bravado." If completed, he says "people are just going to come in boats. The wall solves nothing."

Church Regret After Gay Slang Service That Called The Holy Spirit 'The Fantabulosa Fairy'
A Church of England theological college has apologised after trainee priests held a service using gay slang language.

3 Ways Trump Missed The Point At The National Prayer Breakfast
Yesterday Donald Trump hosted his first White House National Prayer Breakfast. Here are three things that Trump got wrong in his speech, and why it matters.

American Heroes: The Incredible Sacrifice Of The Four Chaplains
Today is Four Chaplains Day: an occasion which looks back to the incredible courage of four men who, in the face of grave disaster, gave up their lives to save others. What is their story?

Johann Gutenberg, Printer: 3 Ways He Revolutionised Christianity
Martin Luther started the Protestant Reformation, but it could never have happened without Johannes Gutenberg, innovator of the modern printing press. He revolutionised the Bible, the Church, and the world.

Siberian Man Builds Orthodox Church Out Of Snow
A villager in Siberia has constructed an entire Russian Orthodox church out of snow.

7 Things You (Probably) Didn't Know About The Longest Psalm In The Bible
What's the longest psalm in the Bible? Why is it special? Here are 7 things you probably didn't know about it.

#ThisFlag Anti-Mugabe Pastor Evan Mawarire Arrested On Return To Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwean pastor who fled to the US after arrest for high profile protest against President Robert Mugabe, has been arrested upon his return home.

Evangelical Jerry Falwell Jr To Head Education Task Force For Trump
Prominent Evangelical leader Jerry Falwell Jr. has been appointed to lead an education reform task force under U.S President Donald Trump. Falwell is keen to cut university regulations, including those that deal with campus sexual assault.

Morgan Freeman Hears 'Extraordinary' 9/11 Survival Story As He Searches For Proof Of God
Academy award winning actor Morgan Freeman has met with a 9/11 survivor in a search for 'Proof of God', and called his survival story 'extraordinary'.

'Christ Would Be Ashamed Of Us All' Says Sufjan Stevens In Letter To America
Christian singer-songwriter Sufjan Stevens has penned a letter addressed to 'America', saying 'Christ would be ashamed of us all,' regarding the US treatment of refugees.

In The Midst Of Trial, God Is Faithful: The Pastor Who Turned Pain Of Cancer Into Song
The Rev Andrew Gardiner had been in local Church ministry for 23 years, until he was diagnosed with bowel cancer late last year. In the midst of deep pain, his suffering has provoked a surge of creativity. Gardiner spoke with Christian Today about facing cancer, wrestling with identity, and finding hope in the darkness.

Boy Scouts To Allow Transgender Boys, Frustrating Conservatives
The Boy Scouts of America announced on Monday that they would begin accepting transgender boys, in a move that has upset many conservatives.

'Joy Cometh In The Morning': 10 Bible Passages About True Christian Hope In A Time Of Pain
We live in difficult, depressing times. How can joy be found in the midst of pain?