Church

Franklin Graham urges Christians to get involved in politics
Reverend Franklin Graham, CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, is strongly urging Christians to be more involved in politics in the face of secularists who are denying that Jesus ever existed, the Tea Party Organisation reports.

'Putting our money where our mouth is': Church of England launches credit union
The Church of England today took the first steps towards becoming something comparable to a high street bank or building society with the launch of its own credit union.

Mormon critic excommunicated for 'apostasy'
High-profile Mormon critic John Dehlin has been excommunicated by the Church after refusing to shut down a blog where Mormons were invited to discuss their doubts about the faith.

Archbishops apologise for Holocaust remarks by New Zealand bishop
Bishop John Gray's comments about the Holocaust and Islamic State offended Jews and Muslims.

Bishop Heather Cook suspended following fatal hit-and-run
A 'Restriction on Ordained Ministry' notice prohibits Maryland's first female Episcopal bishop from functioning as a bishop or priest.

Archbishop Justin Welby: Evangelism is vital to the Church
The Archbishop of Canterbury today reaffirmed his commitment to evangelism.

Islamic State could end Middle Eastern Christianity, Archbishop warns Synod
The Archbishop of Erbil told the Church of England Synod today of "chronic urgent need".

Heather Cook manslaughter case: Episcopal Church 'repentance' over her appointment
The president of the Church's House of Deputies has called for a review of procedures.

Man sues Catholic Church over cathedral bells
An Austrian man is suing a Catholic church in Linz over the cathedral's bells, which chime around the clock.

Rev Stephen Sizer banned from social media over 9/11 conspiracy post
Controversial pro-Palestinian vicar Rev Stephen Sizer has been banned from writing, preaching, teaching, emailing, tweeting, posting on Facebook or commenting in any way in relation to the current situation in the Middle East.

Imprisoned Chinese underground bishop dies at 94
Bishop Cosmas Shi Enxiang spent more than half his life in jail.

Singapore pastor's trial: Kong Hee is victim of cultural differences, not fraud, say supporters
A megachurch pastor is accused of using church funds for his wife's music career did nothing wrong, supporters argue.

Pope Francis hosts Google Hangout with kids
Pope Francis increased his accessibility this week by hosting a Google Hangouts session with disabled children this week.

Nick Vujicic and wife are expecting their second child
It's a joyful time for Christian evangelist Nick Vujicic and his wife Kanae who are expecting their second child

African-Americans and the religious top the list of donors who say they plan to increase their giving in 2015
African Americans top list of potential charity donors despite decline in financial situations

Future of religion in Britain is Islam and black majority churches
The future of religion in Britain is in black majority churches and Islam, according to a leading expert in religious trends.