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Why megachurches can be bad for kids - one Christian's thoughts on Andy Stanley's small church, big church comments

While there are benefits to attending a megachurch like the one led by Andy Stanley, one Christian who hails from a small church begs to differ.

What being in \'the wilderness\' taught me about faith, church and God
What being in 'the wilderness' taught me about faith, church and God

Hannah Mudge on why she felt 'done' with church, and what emerged from her time in 'the wilderness'.

Help make girls more confident, says first woman bishop to speak in House of Lords
Help make girls more confident, says first woman bishop to speak in House of Lords

The Bishop of Gloucester used her maiden speech as the first woman bishop ever to speak in the House of Lords to raise concerns about the loss of confidence among young people, especially girls.

Priest resigns after receiving racist abuse and death threats for defending refugees
Priest resigns after receiving racist abuse and death threats for defending refugees

A Catholic priest has resigned after receiving death threats and racist abuse in southern Germany.

The 12 apostles: Myth or reality? Why we can still believe the Bible
The 12 apostles: Myth or reality? Why we can still believe the Bible

Tom Bissell, a lapsed Catholic, set off "to discover whether the Twelve Apostles were actual historical figures or merely characters in a fictional story".

Franklin Graham slams Open Restrooms policy; urges faithful to choose leader who will push \'radical change\'
Franklin Graham slams Open Restrooms policy; urges faithful to choose leader who will push 'radical change'

The outspoken Rev. Franklin Graham is fighting a new crusade – and this time it involves a Charlotte, North Carolina ordinance being sponsored by the local mayor that allows people to use the bathroom of their choice instead of being based on biological gender.

Church in row with Naples over treasure worth more than crown jewels
Church in row with Naples over treasure worth more than crown jewels

The Catholic Church has become embroiled in an argument over treasure worth more than the crown jewels in Naples.

Pastor shot hours after praying at Ted Cruz rally
Pastor shot hours after praying at Ted Cruz rally

A pastor in Idaho was shot yesterday hours after he led a prayer rally for Ted Cruz.

When is Maundy Thursday in 2016? Key dates for Easter
When is Maundy Thursday in 2016? Key dates for Easter

Maundy Thursday is the day on which Christians remember the Last Supper.

Mark Driscoll denies racketeering, calls claims \'false and malicious\'
Mark Driscoll denies racketeering, calls claims 'false and malicious'

Former Mars Hill Pastor Mark Driscoll denies allegations made against him in a new lawsuit.

Former Archbishop is \'appalled\' by CofE\'s treatment of Bishop George Bell
Former Archbishop is 'appalled' by CofE's treatment of Bishop George Bell

Former Archbishop of Canterbury George Carey has said he is "appalled" at how the Church of England has destroyed the reputation of the wartime Bishop of Chichester, George Bell.

Pope Francis sees \'Arab invasion\' bringing positive changes to Europe, enhancing it
Pope Francis sees 'Arab invasion' bringing positive changes to Europe, enhancing it

Pope Francis has described the influx of migrants into Europe as an "Arab invasion'' that could bring about change and enhance the continent for the better.

Bangladesh may drop Islam as state religion amid Islamist attacks against minorities
Bangladesh may drop Islam as state religion amid Islamist attacks against minorities

Amid a spate of attacks against people of other faiths, Bangladesh is reportedly considering abandoning Islam as its official religion.

Homosexuals\' push for equality will destroy everything Christian, Catholic bishop warns
Homosexuals' push for equality will destroy everything Christian, Catholic bishop warns

In an exclusive interview with John-Henry Westen of LifeSiteNews, Bishop Fabian Bruskewitz, former head of the Lincoln Diocese, said that homosexual groups' fight for equal rights has already spiraled out of control.

Clinton or Trump for president? Christian voters may soon face moral dilemma, says Southern Baptist\'s Albert Mohler
Clinton or Trump for president? Christian voters may soon face moral dilemma, says Southern Baptist's Albert Mohler

Christian voters in the United States could find themselves facing a moral dilemma in November in case they will have to choose between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton to govern the world's strongest nation for the next four years.

Colorado church forms armed security unit to protect congregation from shooters
Colorado church forms armed security unit to protect congregation from shooters

A church in Colorado has established its own armed security force to protect members from shootings.