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MPs outraged despite assurances that Sunday schools will not face Ofsted inspections
Assurances that Ofsted inspectors would not inspect Sunday schools have failed to satisfy Christian MPs who expressed outrage at the "astonishing" and "worrying" proposals.
Marco Rubio defends the right to have, and not to have, a faith
Marco Rubio has said that he will fight for an America where no one has to violate their conscience and everyone has a right to believe what they want.
Heroic Muslim teacher who saved Christians in al-Shabaab attack dies of injuries
A Kenyan teacher who protected Christians from death at the hands of al-Shabaab terrorists in an attack before Christmas has died while undergoing surgery for his injuries.
Islamic State bulldozes oldest monastery in Iraq
Islamic State has destroyed a monastery in Iraq that was the oldest in the country and one of the oldest in the world.
Eritrea: Calls for Orthodox Patriarch's release 10 years after government deposed him
Eritrea is regarded as one of the world's most repressive countries and religion is strictly controlled.
Pope Francis set to become first pontiff to visit the Great Mosque of Rome
Pope Francis is set to be the first Pope to enter the Great Mosque of Rome, according to the president of the Union of Italy's Islamic Communities.
Father rejects plea deal in New York church beating that killed son
Bruce Leonard, 65, appeared in the Oneida County Courthouse in an orange prison jumpsuit and wrist and ankle shackles.
7 familiar types of Pharisee
Pharisees don't get a very good press in the New Testament. They are usually portrayed as Jesus' enemies, but that isn't a complete picture of them.
The power of grace: 10 Bible verses that reveal God's mercy
The cost of grace has been paid for by Jesus, and we are to receive it as a free â a priceless â gift.
Vatican vows to 'slave-proof' its supply chains
The Vatican has promised to "slave-proof" its supply chains, with a commitment to guaranteeing that no forced labour is used.
Pope Francis faces traditionalist criticism over plans to commemorate Reformation
Traditionalist Roman Catholics have hit back at the Vatican over plans for joint commemorations of the beginning of the Reformation next year.
Jakarta: Thousands of Muslims and Catholics unite to march against terror
Muslims and Catholics united in Jakarta on Sunday to march through the capital after suicide attacks killed seven and wounded 26.
Church of Ireland challenged by report on homosexuality
Members of the Anglican Church of Ireland are being asked to consider whether the Church should change its mind on homosexuality as it has in the past on women, slavery, contraception and the remarriage of divorcees.
Syrian Archbishop: Using hunger as a weapon of war is 'shameful'
A Syrian Archbishop has condemned the use of hunger as a "weapon" in war while saying, although there are difficulties, there is no excuse for aid not to be reaching people in desperate need.
World Evangelical Alliance opens New York training centre
The building is near New York city, where WEA has its general office, and is intended to serve as a centre for evangelicalism worldwide.
Lebanon: Rival Christian presidential candidates unite for sake of 'national interest'
A Lebanese Christian leader has endorsed his arch-rival for presidency in a hope to unite Lebanon's Christian community and break the 20-month political stalemate that has been damaging his country.