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Antioch patriarchs tell Christians: Don't leave, you belong in Mideast
Antioch's five Christian patriarchs on Monday reaffirmed that Christians have a place in the Middle East as they called for peace in the Syrian civil war.
Keeping faith: 9 Christians trapped inside ancient monastery in ISIS-occupied Iraq
A group of monks and students have entrusted their lives to God as they keep refuge in an ancient monastery guarded by the Kurdish military in northern Iraq amid the threat of the Islamic State, according to a report on Tuesday.
Christians talking about Caitlyn Jenner: How not to do it
"I have no love for this Bruce freak," said Rev Stephen Anderson. "I hope he dies today."
US conservatives in last ditch defence against gay marriage
Conservative opposition in the US to the introduction of same-sex marriage is stiffening as the Supreme Court's ruling on the issue draws nearer.
Pope Francis: We can end world hunger if we want to
The Pope has called for a new focus on global hunger in a major address to delegates from the international Food and Agriculture Organisation in Rome
What is the future of evangelism?
To many Christians evangelism is a terrifying concept, but it's a vital part of Jesus' call. Bonnie Yule-Kuehne, Vice-President of Alpha International, spoke to Christian Today about what that looks like in a digitally-obsessed society, and ever-changing cultural landscape.
People who care for ailing loved ones are 'hidden heroes,' says Pope Francis
Pope Francis honored families for caring for their sick loved ones and went on to call them "hidden heroes" during his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square.
Previously unknown Byzantine church discovered in Israel
A previously unknown ancient Byzantine church has been uncovered during roadworks to widen a highway between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem in Israel.
Muslim prayer services banned in consecrated churches - bishop of Southwark
Non-Christian acts of worship such as Muslim prayer services are banned in consecrated churches, the Bishop of Southwark said today.
Pope Francis sets up tribunal for bishop child abuse cases
The Pope has set up an unprecedented new tribunal system to examine bishops accused of failing to protect children from paedophile priests.
Karen Hinkley reconciles with The Village Church: 'I believe it is time for me to move on in peace'
Matt Chandler and Josh Patterson "looked me in the eyes, apologised, and asked for forgiveness".
Pope Francis urges Putin make peace in Ukraine in tense Vatican meeting
The two met for about 50 minutes and agreed on the need to recreate a climate of dialogue in Ukraine.
Nigel Benn: How the Dark Destroyer found faith
Former drug addict and one of the most successful British boxers ever, Nigel Benn, is now a volunteer with Hillsong Church and says his "new drug is serving people".
Gospel for Asia fights accusations of financial impropriety, cult-like behaviour
GFA is fighting accusations of a lack of financial transparency and that it practises an authoritarian form of church discipline.
Traditionalist bishop announces support for female ordination
A leading traditionalist bishop has changed his mind on the ordination of women in a volte face that will astonish clergy and laity on both sides of the debate.
Archbishop of Canterbury and Grand Imam: We must work together to defeat ISIS
Justin Welby and Dr Ahmed Al-Tayyeb today discussed their joint agenda which includes, "a determination to build bridges of peace".