Church

Prestigious Seminary Leaders Condemn 'Hateful Words And Actions' Of Evangelicals During Presidential Campaign
The heads of one of the most prestigious theological colleges in the US have restated its commitment to evangelicalism following the presidential election which many believe saw the term fatally compromised.

Two Texas Baptist Churches Face Expulsion Over Pro-Gay Stance
Wilshire Baptist in Dallas and First Baptist in Austin could be expelled from their governing body, the Baptist General Convention of Texas, over their welcoming position towards gay people.

Row Over Release Of Gay Clergy List
A row has erupted over a list of gay Church of England clergy published by a conservative Anglican group.

Justin Welby Preaches At Catholic Westminster Cathedral For First Time
The Archbishop of Canterbury preached for the first time at Westminster Cathedral, the heart of the British Catholic Church, on Sunday.

Vatican's Christmas Display To Highlight Plight Of Refugees
The traditional Christmas Nativity scene that adorns St Peter's Square, Vatican City will this year be dedicated to issues such as the environment, the refugee crisis, and those who are sick.

As Christians Flee The Middle East, The Church Is Full Of New Believers
As Christians flee war and persecution in Syria, a Christian from Aleppo says new believers are coming to faith in the country's churches.

Senior Syrian Priest Shot As He Enters Aleppo
A senior Syrian Orthodox cleric has been shot as he entered the city of Aleppo.

Gender Theory 'Spreading Everywhere', Cardinal Says Pope Might Speak Out
A Dutch Roman Catholic Cardinal has said a papal encyclical might be needed to combat false teaching about gender theory.

New Chaplain To The Archbishop Of Canterbury Appointed
Revd Isabelle Hamley will oversee the development of the Archbishop's priority of prayer and the renewal of religious life in addition to her duties as chaplain.

Is The Church's Mission Falling Apart?
Too often, we celebrate the instant over the long term, the miraculous over the mundane, the crisis over the process, the body over the soul, says Krish Kandiah.

Cardinal Nichols Praises Gaza Christians: 'Their Faith Is Strong'
The Catholic Archbishop of Westminster visited Gaza on Sunday, praising the region's tiny Christian population for their faith.

Pope Francis Holds Mass For 1,000 Prisoners
The inmates from 12 countries joined more than 3,000 chaplains, guards, ex-prisoners and family members in Rome.

What Your Pastor Should Preach On This Sunday
This Sunday is the last before the US election. Pastor and activist Jim Wallis has called on church leaders to take the opportunity to preach 'gospel truth' against racism and misogyny.

Is This Christianity's Digital Future? London's Oldest Church Leaps Forward With 21st Century Technology
The oldest church in the City of London has taken a leap into the future with the technology of the 21st century.

Bishop Of Oxford Defends Record After Accusation He Failed To Act Over Sex Abuse Claims
The Bishop of Oxford has insisted that caring for sex abuse victims is a "high priority" after facing allegations he failed to act when one victim reported a rape.

Is There Still Room For Church Growth In Britain? The Quietly Explosive Phenomenon Of 'Fresh Expressions'
They are small, godly and growing at an incredible rate. They are "fresh expressions" of church and until now, they have had little attention beyond those directly involved.