Church
Engineer from devout Buddhist family finds fulfillment in Christian faith
How does one move away from a religion that has been passed generation after generation in one's family to a more fulfilling faith? Engineer Alex Chu tells us how.
Catholic politicians told to resign if they can't stand up for Church teachings, especially on abortion
Can a politician be a devout Roman Catholic believer in Church and then leave his religious beliefs when he is working as a public official? For the head of the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization, the Knights of Columbus (KofC), this distinction is not at all possible.
Answered prayer: Pastor of mobile ministry 'on cloud 29' after his congregation is gifted with their own church
Being on "cloud 9" is feeling extremely happy or euphoric, but this pastor from Nashville, Tennessee feels he's way above that. He says he's actually "on cloud 29" and his feet haven't touched ground yet.
Lutherans, Catholics mend church-dividing issues
The Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA) has approved a historic document to mend religious conflicts with the Catholic Church.
Generational divide, individualism blamed for people walking away from religion
Americans are leaving religion because of a host of reasons such as generational divide and individualistic orientation, according to a professor on religious studies.
Nicaragua to implement stricter policies for entry of foreign pastors
The Nicaraguan government is planning to implement stricter policies in allowing foreign missions into the country in a bid to ensure that these missions are not used as a front for illegal activities.
Christian radio host Michael Brown refutes rabbi's claim that God is transgender
A Christian radio host is strongly contesting the claim made by a rabbi that was included in an op-ed piece in the New York Times.
Former Miss South Africa shares losing her faith and her journey back
They may project an image of always being on top of everything and exude an air of confidence with every public appearance. Yet beauty queens are not exempt from their fair share of life's challenges.
Southern Baptists report massive revivals in Brazil; one pastor uses mannequin to draw people to Christ
Even as the Rio Olympics is set to close on Monday, August 22, a new wave of widespread revival has just begun in Brazil.
India's Christians protest 'objectionable' use of cross in TV ad, threaten boycott
A "shocking" TV commercial that made an "objectionable and absolutely unwarranted" use of the cross symbol is causing a stir in India's Christian community.
From armed robbery to ministry: The amazing story of the vicar travelling the length of the UK for his church
A disabled vicar who is planning to travel from John o'Groats to Land's End in his wheelchair next month has described how he found God in prison and lifted himself out of a life of serious crime to become a church minister.
Pastors rarely asked to perform same-sex marriages in US
Few US pastors have been asked to officiate a same-sex wedding since the Supreme Court allowed gay marriage last year, according to new research.
Bishop blesses classic cars: 'we're men of faith AND cars!'
More than 50 classic cars were on display at the 'Carmel Mission Classic', which is part of the wider Monterey Car Week.
Fresh crisis for German Catholic Church as ordinations sink to new low
An unprecedentedly low number of Catholic priests in Germany are being ordained, new figures show, as a crisis appears to be engulfing the Church in that country.
Christians should help protect children in conflict areas, Church says
The Holy See has already called on the United Nations and local governments to step up efforts to protect young children in war-torn areas.
Southern African churches to consider blessing gay unions
Southern African churches may begin blessing same-sex unions after the Anglican Church in Southern Africa announced it would consider the move in its upcoming synod next month.