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Nicky Gumbel: Jesus Is The Answer To 'Post-Truth' Politics
Nicky Gumbel, vicar of HTB and pioneer of the Alpha course, has written a one-off column for the Express on what Jesus' birth means amid "post-truth" politics.
Nine Out Of Ten Evangelicals Will Give Generously This Christmas
Evangelical Christians are significantly more likely to give to charity or volunteer this Christmas than the average population.
What Do Churches Do When Christmas Day Falls On A Sunday?
Most evangelical Christian pastors in the United States will hold church services on Christmas Day, which falls on a Sunday this year for the first time in more than ten years.
How London Churches Are Battling The Housing Crisis
Churches in London are benefiting from an innovative scheme designed to enable them to beat the vast cost of housing.
Extraordinary Row Could See York Minster's Bells Fall Silent At Christmas
York Minster's bells may remain silent for the first time since 1361 after an extraordinary row has reached a stand off.
Pope Francis Uses Sign Language In Lively Christmas Video For Deaf People
The Pontiff smiles and waves enthusiastically before asking those watching to pray for him and offering a blessing for those with hearing impairments.
Could Non-Catholics Share Communion With Catholic Spouses At Last? This Cardinal Thinks So
A senior Catholic cardinal has said he hopes the next encyclical from Pope Francis allows "shared Eucharistic communion in special cases".
Pope Francis Is 80 On Saturday. Here Are 5 Birthday Wishes
Pope Francis is 80 on Saturday. The Vatican has set up special email addresses for anyone wanting to wish him many happy returns.
Church Accused Of 'Exploitation' For Using Live Donkeys In Nativity
More than a 1,000 people have signed a petition demanding Tabernacle Baptist Church in Cardiff stop using the donkeys, Kim and Robin, who have featured in the Christmas celebrations for the last six years.
UK's First Multi-Faith Homeless Shelter Recruits 200 Volunteers From Six Different Faith Groups
The UK's first multi faith homeless shelter started in Leicester on Monday with more 200 volunteers from seven different religions taking part.
The Leaders Of Africa's Anglican Christian Churches Are 'Despotic' Says Nigerian Archbishop
The Archbishop who heads the leadership team at the Anglican Communion has confessed he took the job because he felt called to do something to address the "disagreement and even hatred" between fellow Anglicans.
Earthquakes And Migrant Drownings Recalled In Vatican Nativity Scene
The annual Vatican Christmas nativity tableau this year includes a poignant reminder of an Italian tragedy: a spire from one of the churches damaged and destroyed in this year's earthquakes.
Worship Leaders Explain Why Even 'Lousy' Singers Have to Sing In Church
Do you think you have a lousy voice? That people may laugh or be turned off at the way you sing? Not musically inclined? You don't like the songs sung in church?
Pope Francis' Christmas Card: Why It Contains 2 Images of Baby Jesus
For the past three years, Pope Francis has personally hand-picked his Christmas card to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. This year, the card he chose is special since it featured two baby Jesuses.
Perry Noble Will Not Return as a Pastor, Chooses to Become Church Consultant Instead
Perry Noble stepped down as pastor of NewSpring Church earlier this year after admitting to alcohol abuse. He promptly went to rehab, with his church family praying for his swift recovery so that he could resume his pastorship. Unfortunately for his supporters, Perry has announced that he no plans to return as a pastor.
Why The Local Church Is More Important Than Ever In The Digital Age
Digital communication can be incredibly powerful. Yet Christians need to remember that the core of church life is local interaction.