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Pope 'undoubtedly' has gay bishops working for him, says gay Anglican bishop
The world's most prominent gay bishop has written an open letter to Pope Francis after the Vatican signalled it was unhappy with some of those invited to a White House party for the Pope.
Amazing Christian conversion: Ex-convict who used to fear cops now prays for them
When he became a Christian, Edward Amey felt that the police officers, who he once feared, can also be instruments in drawing him even closer to God.
Married minister used bible to justify 'bottom spanking cult'
A church minister spanked womens' bare bottoms to satisfy his sexual desires and used the bible to justify his action a court heard yesterday.
Can forgiveness be a tyranny? A discussion with Marina Cantacuzino
The founder of The Forgiveness Project on the "tyranny" of forgiveness, and how religious people have no monopoly on the concept.
Cain and Abel: What we get wrong about the first murder and why it matters
In many commentaries it's suggested that Cain's sacrifice was rejected because Abel brought a blood sacrifice and Cain didn't.
The bible must be at the centre of Anglican Communion, global group says
The bible must be at the centre of the Anglican Communion, the head of Global Anglican Future Conference (GAFCON) has said.
As he sets off for Cuba, Pope Francis condemns "tyrant" dictators
On the eve of flying to Cuba this morning, the Pope has criticised "tyrant" dictators who fail to "plant the seed" of leadership in others. In a video recorded with CNN, Francis told Cuban and American students: "I will tell you one thing, a good leader is one who is capable of bringing up other leaders. If a leader wants to lead alone, he is a tyrant. True leadership is fruitful. Each one of you has the seed of leadership."
'Inventing Pope who doesn't exist': Media accused of twisting Pope Francis' remarks on reforming marriage annulment process
A Brazilian bishop has just pinned down the media for manipulating the public's perception of Pope Francis, especially after the pontiff reformed the annulment process and special permissions regarding confession during the Jubilee of Mercy.
Pope Francis says it's a closed book, but some Catholic women are getting ordained anyway
A Catholic organisation advocating women's ordination have organised a conference days before Pope Francis is due to speak in Philadelphia.
Archbishop Welby launches monastic community at Lambeth Palace
Young people and their families gathered in the Archbishop's Chapel at Lambeth Palace today to celebrate the launch of the community of St Anselm; a monastic-style year-long programme focussed on prayer and service to the poor.
Evangelical church faces charity watchdog investigation over finances
The Charity Commission has launched a statutory inquiry into Rhema Church in Croydon, London.
Top Anglican Church leader backs looser links among churches amid internal rift
The Anglican Communion, the third largest Christian community in the world with 80 million members have been split because of its members' opposing views regarding the issues of homosexuality and female bishops.
White House invites LGBT Christians to Pope Francis' Visit
The White House has invited several opponents to traditional catholic teaching for Pope Francis' visit next week.
If anyone can bring change to Cuba, it is Pope Francis
Before he visits the United States, Pope Francis will spend three days in Cuba. After all these years, some are daring to hope he might broker a lifting the crippling US embargo.
Hidden Christians: How Japan tried and failed to exterminate Christianity
Japan's 'Hidden Christians' are being recognised in an exhibition showcasing the moving story of Christians who remained true to their faith without priests, seminaries or churches.
Pastor leads church to safety after 'demon-possessed' gunman threatens killings
A Texan church has escaped unharmed after a crazed gunman entered their building, according to the Tyler Morning Telegraph.