Church

Government gives £1.8 million to help make sustainable future for places of worship
The two-year £1.8 million scheme will be piloted in urban and rural areas in England

For one Catholic parish in China, division and confusion as historic deal looms
News of the impending deal between China and the Vatican has split communities of Catholics across China, according to some critics like Cardinal Joseph Zen in Hong Kong.

Evangelist Luis Palau shares encouraging news about his stage 4 lung cancer
Two months after announcing his lung cancer diagnosis, evangelist Luis Palau is praising God after receiving news that there has been an improvement in his condition after undergoing chemotherapy treatment.

Evangelical leaders start 40-day fast to call for immigration reform
Evangelical pastors of Hispanic congregations have reportedly begun a 40-day fast to call for reform of U.S. immigration policies.

5 Books Christians must read
It's good to hear God's workings from the perspective of others, and for some, their real life testimonials. Let these books inspire you and give you more wisdom to share the gospel with others.

What is the purpose of marriage according to the Bible?
As Christians, we must know what the true purpose of marriage is so that when you get married or already married, you can focus on achieving such goals. Here is the purpose of marriage.

5 Daily Devotion Ideas for Easter, Good Friday
Holy Week is a splendid time to reflect and dig deep into your faith. Use these questions to reflect on how you've been as a Christian, your understanding of the gospel, and how you can be more worthy of God's love.

No more pain for Philippines devotee nailed to cross for 32nd time
A Philippines man who has been nailed to a cross every Easter for the past 32 years in a Good Friday re-enactment of Jesus Christ's crucifixion says he no longer feels any pain from his wounds.

Division and confusion for Catholic parish in China, as historic deal looms
Like many Chinese Catholics, Lin Jinqing was shocked when news trickled through to him of an impending deal between Beijing and the Vatican that would end a long dispute over control of the Church in China.

Who was Joseph of Arimathea?
All four Gospels say a man named Joseph, from Arimathea, took charge of Jesus' body after his crucifixion.

Giving up: Lent, Easter and your true self-worth
As hearts turn towards Easter, it is natural to look back at all we've 'given up' for Lent but it is more important that we look up and see what has been given up for us.

What is Maundy Thursday? What happened at the Last Supper?
The Holy Week is composed of a series of events that changed the lives of Christians forever. And today, we will look at what took place on Maundy Thursday and how significant it is for us.

Gay priest who lost discrimination appeal says Church of England needs 'revolution'
A gay priest who was defrocked for marrying another man has now claimed that there is a "need for revolution" in the Church of England after his discrimination claim was dismissed by the U.K.'s Court of Appeal.

Pope hits out at Italian mafia: 'Fake Christians' who 'carry death in their souls'
Pope Francis hit out at the Italian mafia yesterday, calling them 'fake Christians' who 'carry death in their souls'.

Christians in Turkey unite for 'miracle' ecumenical book publication
Christians in Turkey have united for a landmark development in ecumenical unity with the English publication of a book of doctrine endorsed by all the country's major denominations.

3 bedtime prayers to say with my children at night
Let nighttime prayer be a habit your child/children develop so they can continue doing so when they grow old. Here are three beautiful bedtime prayers to say with your child.