Culture
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An opportunity to see St Paul's in a whole new light
Since February 22, visitors to St Paul's Cathedral have been experiencing a unique transformation as Luminous, a spectacular light and sound installation by Luxmuralis which brings the historic building to life in vivid detail.
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What should we make of celebrity conversions?
From Bob Dylan to Kanye West, the fate of many celebrity converts to the faith demonstrates that the Church needs less idolatry, more grace, and more than a pinch of salt.
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Christian men's magazine Sorted goes digital in bid to increase outreach
Sorted magazine, long celebrated as "the world's most wholesome men's magazine", has announced its transition to a digital-only format.
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Mark Wahlberg says 'everything derives' from prayer, faith and seeking purpose-filled life
Mark Wahlberg's latest project, the Mel Gibson-directed "Flight Risk," is an adrenaline-fuelled thriller that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats behind the high-stakes action and intense performances. Faith remains at the centre of the actor's life and career even as he takes on the challenge of playing the villain.
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Six celebrities brave enough to be conservative, Christian and pro-life
There are only a small number of celebrities bold enough to be open about these opinions in the face of an elite that is usually firmly liberal and secular, and often condemning of anyone with more traditional opinions.
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Michael Tait steps down as lead singer of Newsboys after 15 years
After more than a decade-and-a-half of fronting the Christian rock band Newsboys, lead singer Michael Tait has announced his decision to step down, citing prayerful reflection and a sense of clarity in this new season of life.
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Mel Gibson talks Hollywood opposition to 'Passion of the Christ,' says Gospels are 'verifiable history'
Actor and filmmaker Mel Gibson went on the "Joe Rogan Experience" podcast, where he discussed his faith, the challenges of creating Christian-oriented films in Hollywood and why he believes Darwinian evolution is a flawed theory.
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Cornish vicar turns detective for hit BBC television show
A Cornish priest from the Lizard has swapped her cassock for cunning as she joins the cast of BBC's hit show The Traitors.
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Denzel Washington becomes a licensed minister following baptism
"It took a while, but I'm finally here," Washington said.
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Seven good Christmas films you've probably never watched before
If you fancy a change, here are seven seasonal movies that are less well-known, yet full of Christmas spirit.
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The meaning and story of some of our most beautiful and historic Christmas carols
The Yuletide carol has a tumultuous history, surviving many ups and downs over the centuries to bring us cheer in the cold winter months.
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'The Chosen' creator Dallas Jenkins responds to critics of 'unbiblical' scene with Judas
"The Chosen" creator Dallas Jenkins has defended the portrayal of an interaction between Jesus and Judas Iscariot as biblically grounded after pastors and Christian critics criticized the scene as "unbiblical."
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Sorry, bishop, the TV challenge is bigger than that ...
One of the Church of England's most senior bishops has lamented that families will not be watching TV together this Christmas.
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'Duck Dynasty' star Phil Robertson diagnosed with Alzheimer's
"Duck Dynasty" star Phil Robertson is in the "early stages" of Alzheimer's and battling another blood-related disease that is "causing problems with his entire body," his family has revealed, sparking an outpouring of support on social media.
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Who was Good King Wenceslas?
Every Christmas, carol singers sing the song of Good King Wenceslas. But who was he? This is the story ...