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Islam may soon become the world's most dominant religion, eclipsing Christianity, Pew study says
The Pew Research Center recently projected that Islam may soon become the most dominant religion in the world, eclipsing Christianity.
Disgraced paedophile Bishop Bell cannot be protected just because he did 'good deeds', says diocese
A traditionalist diocese in the Church of England has defended its actions in exposing a long-dead and highly respected bishop as a paedophile.
One pastor released in Sudan but others still detained without charge
A Sudanese pastor who was arrested in December has been released. However, another pastor and a Christian activist arrested at the same time are still in detention.
Pope Francis defends 'traditional' marriage as Italy votes on civil unions
Pope Francis issued a stern reminder of the Catholic Church's opposition to gay marriage on Friday as a fierce debate raged in Italy ahead of a vote that would give legal recognition to homosexual couples.
Divine intervention: 'Invisible force' knocks down man about to stab priest inside church in Colombia
A hooded man armed with a large knife suddenly leapt from his seat inside a church, rushed at the priest and was about to stab the man of God when he suddenly froze as if gripped by an invisible force and fell to the ground convulsing as churchgoers quickly disarmed the assailant.
Why Christians shouldn't fear being labelled
It is only when we recognise our differences that we can offer genuine respect, genuine interest, and a genuine willingness to listen and learn from others.
Public's trust in clergy plummets
Clergy are now less trusted than ordinary people on the street - what was the most trusted profession a generation ago has plummeted in the public's eye.
Can a dead man pray? How the Catholic Church makes saints
The Vatican is investigating reports that the Blessed Cardinal John Henry Newman has been responsible for another miracle.
Justin Welby challenges Davos elite: Materialism will not help fight extremists
The Archbishop of Canterbury has given a stern warning to the world's elite gathered in Davos, saying materialism will not help in the fight against extremist ideologies.
Senior bishop speaks out against fixing the date of Easter
A prominent conservative evangelical bishop has warned against fixing the date of Easter to the same Sunday each year.
Lutherans receive Holy Communion at the Vatican despite ban on intercommunion
A group of Lutherans have received Holy Communion at St Peter's after meeting Pope Francis, according to reports coming out of Rome.
Spotlight star Michael Keaton defends the Catholic faith
Michael Keaton has spoken out about his Catholic upbringing, the value of faith and the danger of institutions ahead of the release of his new film, Spotlight, in the UK.
Faith leaders to hold conference on rights of religious minorities in Muslim countries
Christian leaders are set to attend a Muslim-led summit in Morocco seeking to reaffirm the rights of minority religious groups living in Muslim-majority countries.
Hijab-wearing professor Larycia Hawkins backed by Wheaton colleagues
The Wheaton College professor facing termination for alleged theological unorthodoxy has won the backing of the college's faculty council in her fight to stay.
U.S. Episcopal Church's Michael Curry not backing down from gay marriage support
Despite the dressing down and suspension the U.S. Episcopalian Church received from the Anglican Communion because of its support of same-sex marriage, presiding bishop Michael Curry says his mind is made up regarding "gay marriage" and their stance remains the same.
The whole of Christendom wants to fix the date of Easter, except this Yorkshire town
Moves by the world's major Churches to agree a common date of Easter, setting aside centuries of division, have been widely welcomed â but not in the small Yorkshire town of Whitby.