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Pope Francis: Christmas Has Been 'Taken Hostage'
Pope Francis said on Saturday that Christmas had been "taken hostage" by dazzling materialism that puts God in the shadows and blinds many to the needs of the hungry, the migrants and the war weary.
Archbishop Of Canterbury: God's Glory Is Found Among Persecuted Christians
The Archbishop of Canterbury will focus on persecuted Christians in his message at Canterbury Cathedral today.
How The Christmas Story Is Probably Different To What You Think
Why it's important to celebrate the different accounts of Jesus' birth.
We Need More Women And Laity In The Church, Pope Says
The Pope has ordered his senior clerical staff in Rome to employ more women, lay people and people from ethnic minorities.
Why So Many Christians Backed Trump â And Why They Were Wrong
Conrad Gempf, New Testament scholar and lecturer, on why Christians backed Trump and why they were wrong.
#AskTK: Tim Keller On Dating Advice, Suffering And His Favourite Christmas Movie
If you could ask Tim Keller just one question, what would it be? Yesterday the writer and pastor fielded questions on Twitter, and here are some of the best responses.
Heretic Or Hero? New Film Explores The Legacy Of Rob Bell
A new film by the New Yorker explores the life and legacy of Rob Bell. What can we learn from it?
Archbishop Of Canterbury Condemns Christian Persecution In Letter To Churches Around The World
Archbishop Justin Welby laments the Christian persecution and suffering seen in the last year, but also celebrates the unity of the Church and the call to live in hope.
'We Can End It In A Generation': How Female Genital Mutilation Blights The UK Today
Nashipae was cut as a young girl in Kenya. Now she campaigns to end FGM within a generation.
Church Of Scotland Encourages Worshippers To Attend 'Virtual Church' On Christmas Day Amid Severe Storms
Senior Kirk officials are suggesting that congregations who are unable to travel instead access a Christmas Day service online.
From Ancient To Modern - New Cash Grants Help Save Some Of Britain's Loveliest Churches
Why St Laurence Catford needs the help of the National Churches Trust: "There will also no longer be the worry that lumps of glass could fall onto the heads of members of the congregation."
Why Does The Church Of England Have So Few Black Clergy? Is it Institutionally Racist?
The Anglican chaplain to the Speaker of the House of Commons has suggested the Church of England could be institutionally racist because of the small numer of black or ethnic minority clergy in senior positions.
Pope Francis Frees Priest Who Leaked Controversial Documents
The jailed priest who leaked official Vatican documents has been freed by Pope Francis.
First Nigerian Bishop In Church of England Counters Islamist Terror With Message Of Love In Jesus Christ
The first ever Nigerian chosen to be a bishop in the Church of England today spoke of how God is with those suffering pain and loss in Berlin.
VIDEO: What Is Gogglebox Star Rev Kate Bottley's Favourite Moment At Christmas?
Gogglebox vicar Kate Bottley has revealed what she enjoys most about Christmas in a festive video from the Church of England.
Church Of England To Debate Suggestions On Sexuality
There will be no immediate changes to Church teaching over gay relationships, it has been hinted.