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Gardening and God: nurturing plants has been a spiritual practice from the beginning
Then from the earliest days of monasticism, to modern smallholders and homesteaders, faith and working on the land have been deeply associated with one another.
Christian candidate sues Lib Dems as thousands sign petition calling for reinstatement
Over 20,000 people have signed a petition calling on the Lib Dems to reinstate David Campanale, who is suing the party over his deselection.
Islamic State executes three Christians in Nigeria
Images are circulating on social media showing the execution of three Christian men in Nigeria.
10 years after Mosul's capture by ISIS, Christians still need support
Christians in Mosul are marking 10 years since ISIS seized control of the city and surrounding area, causing thousands to flee in fear.
New Majority World mission coalition seeks partnership with global Church in poly-centric mission
In recognition of a new era in global missions with greater participation by the Global South, a recently formed group of mission, church and market-place leaders from Asia and Latin America issued a communiqué with recommendations for mission practice for the Majority World.
Jürgen Moltmann remembered as among most significant Protestant theologians of 20th century
Renowned German theologian and professor, Jürgen Moltmann, celebrated for his profound impact on Protestant theology, died on Monday. He was 98.
Mandisa's cause of death revealed
Christian singer Mandisa died of complications arising from class III obesity, the official autopsy into her death has revealed.
Prayers, special services and bellringing mark D-Day 80th anniversary
Cathedrals are at the heart of commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day, when soldiers from the US, UK, Canada, and other Allied nations landed on Normandy beach under a barrage of gunfire to break Hitler's grip on Europe.
Australia drops case against Elon Musk's X over church attack video
Australia has dropped its case against X, formerly Twitter, after a row about removing footage of a stabbing attack on a priest in Sydney.
Carl Lentz says he doesn't identify with 'disgraced pastor' label
Former Hillsong NYC pastor Carl Lentz and his wife Laura have opened up about the terrible mental toll his cheating took on their family and the long and difficult healing process they have been on for nearly four years.
Church still full two years after massacre
A terror attack on a church in south-west Nigeria has not dampened the faith of its congregation as worshippers continue to fill the pews two years on.
India election results: Modi's reduced majority suggests waning appeal of Hindu nationalism
The early results of the national elections in India may suggest a significant shift in the political landscape as Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party-led alliance appears set to form the government for a third consecutive term, though with a narrow victory.
Tensions rise in Australia over Religious Discrimination Bill
As Australian politicians prepare for debate over proposed new religious discrimination laws, senior faith leaders have warned that as the proposed legislation currently stands faith groups in Australia could go a "long way backwards".
Warnings of persecution in Hong Kong on Tiananmen anniversary
The persecution of Christians in mainland China is spreading to Hong Kong, Release International has warned on the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre.
New study explores Mother Teresa's spiritual struggles
A new study from the University of Birmingham has explored the doubts and struggles Mother Teresa battled throughout her ministry and life, revealing a human side that many believers will be able to identify with.
International community urged to act after death of Christian in Pakistan
A church leader in Pakistan is pleading with world leaders to take action after a Christian man died of his injuries 10 days after being attacked by a mob over alleged blasphemy.