Church

Archbishop of York facing police investigation over failure to report abuse
The archbishop of York and four other bishops are facing a police investigation for failing to report allegations of child sexual abuse, according to the Times.

Male actors who are proud to be a Christian
There's no better stage in the world to talk about God than in Hollywood where everyone is watching and listening to you. This is why it makes us feel so happy to hear popular and respected actors talk so openly about their faith in God.

New converts do not necessarily attend church more frequently, research reveals
A new study on church attendance has revealed that those who have converted to another religion or sect do not necessarily start going to services more frequently.
Pope Francis condemns Gaza violence in Easter message
Pope Francis, in his Easter address on Sunday, called for peace in the Holy Land two days after 15 Palestinians were killed on the Israeli-Gaza border, saying the conflict there 'does not spare the defenceless'.

5 Bible verses for comfort when grieving
While people cope differently, there is one common denominator for everyone who is grieving, and that is the Lord. The Lord can restore hope and give strength during those trying times. If you're grieving right now or know someone who is, focus on these Bible verses.

5 Christian songs to play at parties
Ditch the songs with sexual innuendos and play these upbeat Christian party songs instead.

5 Christian rock band you may not know
We should welcome diversity in the music we listen to as long as it praises Christ. If you're into rock music, give these bands a try.

5 TV shows Christians should watch
While "Game of Thrones" will almost always rank as the #1 TV series in the list of many, do take note that there are TV shows out there that Christians can learn a lot from. If you have plenty of time to spare in the coming weeks, give these TV shows a try.

How to forgive someone who's done something unforgivable?
However unforgivable you see an act is, we also have different ways to cope with the pain and forgive someone. But when your heart is so broken and hurt, how can you push yourself to forgive your offender?
Pope Francis baptises 'migrant hero' in Holy Saturday service
Pope Francis on Saturday led an Easter vigil service, baptising eight adults, including a formerly undocumented Nigerian migrant beggar who became a hero when he disarmed an Italian thief wielding a cleaver.

Dawn of the dead: Are there zombies in Matthew's resurrection story?
Matthew's gospel gives one brief yet startling detail of events around Jesus' resurrection that can easily confuse: is this the biblical zombie story the church likes to forget?

Archbishop Justin Welby's Easter testimony: I prayed, 'Lord Jesus, come into my life'
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has released a film telling the story of how he came to understand the cross for the first time.

How to evangelize & introduce Jesus to a family member who isn't a Christian?
You know deep in your heart God's Good News and if you really care about your non-Christian loved ones, you'd also want them to hear the Good News, right? So, how do you introduce Jesus and evangelize to them?

What does the Bible say about divorce? Is divorce acceptable in God's eyes if I have a valid reason?
Divorce has become a quick solution for married couples who just cannot stay together anymore. But, what does the Bible say about divorce? Is this acceptable given a valid reason?

Must a woman dress modestly to church?
It is not uncommon for a Christian to believe that one has to dress conservatively when going to church. Does this dress code still apply today? How must a woman dress when going to church? Let's talk about the things you need to consider.

5 Christian praise & worship songs for Easter
With more and more artists putting a contemporary twist on classic hymns, it will be good to hear some new Christian tracks to add to your celebration. Here are five songs (a mix of old and new) to add in your Easter playlist.