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Hillsong's Bobbi Houston on women in leadership: 'God's true intent has been distorted'
Bobbi Houston, leader of the now global Hillsong megachurch movement has explained her strong support for women in church leadership roles.

Lord Carey: If Theresa May wins in June, she must do more to protect persecuted Christians
A former Archbishop of Canterbury has warned that Christians face extinction in the Middle East.

Church of England investigates appointment of rogue bishop in sign of conservative breakaway
The Church of England is investigating a rogue conservative cleric in Newcastle who has been consecrated a bishop without permission.

Global evangelical body calls on churches to participate in World Refugee Sunday
Every year on the Sunday before and after World Refugee Day on June 20, the WEA calls on churches to observe World Refugee Sunday with a worship service and prayer focused on displaced people around the world and in their own neighborhoods.

Archbishop of Canterbury defends 'stability' election letter in interview with Christian Today
Stability has been a watchword of the Christian faith for centuries and should not be ceded to a political campaign, Justin Welby tells Christian Today

Dear Miley Cyrus: About calling yourself 'gender neutral'
When you say you're gender-neutral, is it to make a headline or to identify with people you love? Or are you deeply confused about your gender identity?

Why God can't tolerate a complaining heart
God is most honored when we trust Him fully and respond in worship even when times are tough. But left to our own, we can be more complaining than praising most of the times. As a result, we block God's best.

Brave U.S. Navy Seal died trying to save Christian town from ISIS attack in Iraq
An American soldier who died protecting Christians under intense fire from Islamic State (ISIS) fighters is being remembered for his courage and "incredible" heroism.

5 things strong marriages have in common
Every marriage has its own rooms and areas for improvement, and the signs help identify which ones need the most attention.

Bible verses for Mother's Day: 10 beautiful verses from the Bible to write in your card
Are you thinking of giving a gift to your mom? Why not give a Mother's Day card with a beautiful Word from God written inside?

Is it right to distance myself from a toxic person?
'Looking out for number one' is so often a terrible mantra but sometimes it's wise to step back and let God deal with the people you can't.

Pope Francis stars in film to be launched at Cannes Film Festival
Pope Francis will become the first ever pontiff to appear in a feature film when Beyond the Sun is launched at Cannes Festival later this month.

'Model Muslim country' Indonesia is in a race to put down rising Islamic extremism before it's too late
Islamic extremism is on the rise in the traditionally tolerant Southeast Asian country that prides itself on being the world's largest Muslim democracy and having a robust history of inter-religious harmony.

Archbishops under fire for 'implicitly endorsing' Tories in General Election letter
More than 100 church leaders are criticising the Archbishops general election letter as 'implicitly endorsing' the Tories.

Pope Francis' advice to new priests: Don't be hypocrites, imitate Christ, choose joy
On Sunday Pope Francis ordained ten men to the Catholic priesthood, offering advice on the priestly vocation and exhorting them to imitate Christ in their service.

400 radical Muslims embrace Jesus as their Saviour in Nigeria
Radical Fulani Islamic herdsmen have killed more people in Nigeria than any other terrorist and insurgent groups, but some are hearing the Gospel and embracing Jesus as their Saviour.