Church

New poll shows decline in church attendance among American Catholics

The number of American Catholics attending weekly services has dropped significantly in the past decade, a recent poll has found.

Pope insists devil is real following controversy over his alleged denial of hell's existence

Pope Francis has stressed in a recent document that the devil is a real "personal being who assails us," just weeks after he drew controversy for allegedly telling a journalist that hell does not exist.

5 Bible verses on healing

You can't go through life without experiencing pain. We must always remember that Christ is the ultimate healer; He can heal us in ways no one can. Take a look at these scriptures and find encouragement to always ask God for healing.

South African archbishop reveals how he escaped death in apartheid era

The archbishop of Cape Town has spoken of the time he narrowly escaped death at the hands of South Africa's police during the country's apartheid years in a video interview with the archbishop of Canterbury.

Steve Chalke: Heaven is not just for Christians

Heaven cannot just be for Christians, a prominent church leader has said, suggesting that if only Christians had enteral life then salvation would be a 'geographical lottery'.

Archbishop of Canterbury: Journalists are 'indispensable' to modern Britain

The archbishop of Canterbury has said 'there is nothing more important' than a free press holding people to account.

Bill Hybels resigns from Willow Creek after misconduct allegations

Willow Creek founder Bill Hybels has stepped down from his position following allegations of inappropriate behaviour with women over several decades.

Vietnam hands down lengthy prison sentences to Christan human rights lawyer and five activists

A Christian human rights lawyer and five pro-Democracy activists received lengthy prison sentences in Vietnam for alleged activities against the state.

Quebec bishops considering ordination of married men into priesthood

Catholic priests have to maintain a vow of celibacy hence they are not permitted to marry.

Majority of pastors say church members are rarely punished for misconduct

A majority of pastors in the U.S. have said that they have never heard of a case when a church member was disciplined for misconduct, a new survey has found.

Greek Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter by burning Judas effigy

Orthodox Christians in Greece's Peloponnese peninsula celebrated Easter Sunday by taking an effigy of Judas and setting it on fire.

5 Common misconceptions about Christianity

From the outside looking in, it is really hard to understand what being a Christian is all about. This religion and belief aren't just something you can understand through reading books; Christianity is a way of life. Do you want to know what the common misconceptions about Christianity are?