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Widespread opposition to abortion clinic buffer zones in Scotland
Widespread opposition to abortion clinic buffer zones in Scotland

A public consultation about proposals to introduce abortion clinic 'buffer zones' across Scotland has revealed widespread opposition.

Kate Bottley on what faith means to her
Kate Bottley on what faith means to her

"I don't believe in a vengeful God, I believe in a loving God that loves us so much."

Early Christian Scripture and ancient codices draw collectors\' eyes to Paris
Early Christian Scripture and ancient codices draw collectors' eyes to Paris

The starring role in a June auction at Christie's will be taken by the Crosby-Schoyen Codex, the oldest known book in private hands. Written on papyrus in the Coptic language, it contains the oldest complete version of the First Epistle of Peter and the Book of Jonah.

Christian artists pay tribute to Mandisa after death at 47: 'her battle is over'
Christian artists pay tribute to Mandisa after death at 47: 'her battle is over'

Police have provided an update on their investigation into the death of 47-year-old Christian artist Mandisa on April 18 as fellow musicians have reflected on the impact she had on their lives.

US watchdog voices concern as over 150 churches attacked since Sudan war began
US watchdog voices concern as over 150 churches attacked since Sudan war began

Since the war in Sudan began last April, over 150 churches have been damaged or destroyed, according to a report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom.

Christian charity launches safeguarding manifesto
Christian charity launches safeguarding manifesto

The charity has launched the manifesto ahead of the upcoming general election.

New Christian film removes obstacles for deaf people
New Christian film removes obstacles for deaf people

Premiering this month, the movie was written and produced by deaf professionals, ensuring the Gospel story is presented through a deaf lens while remaining true to the Biblical account of Christ's life.

Supreme Court of Finland to hear 'hate speech' charges against Christian MP over Bible tweet
Supreme Court of Finland to hear 'hate speech' charges against Christian MP over Bible tweet

The Supreme Court of Finland confirmed Friday that Finnish parliamentarian Päivi Räsänen will face trial a third time over her five-year-old Bible verse tweet that criticized the Finnish Lutheran Church for promoting LGBT "pride month."

Learning from the African Church's extraordinary success
Learning from the African Church's extraordinary success

Why has faith in Africa blossomed beautifully, while Western Christianity declines? Here are four habits we should learn from our African brothers and sisters.

Christians call for end to India's forced conversion laws
Christians call for end to India's forced conversion laws

Release International, a UK-based Christian ministry, has used India's national elections to renew calls for an end to anti-conversion laws, saying they have led to an increase in arrests of Christians and violence against believers.

When I obey the Lord, I still have joy and hope
When I obey the Lord, I still have joy and hope

Li Jie and many like him have not lost hope.

Christians pray as India goes to the polls
Christians pray as India goes to the polls

As the world's second-most populous country prepares to vote, India's Christians will be joining together in prayer and fasting as they ask for God's guidance and protection in a nation that is increasingly hostile to their faith.

Indian government urged to act after violence breaks out again in Manipur
Indian government urged to act after violence breaks out again in Manipur

Violence has broken out again in the Indian state of Manipur, giving rise to concerns about more loss of life as India's general elections got underway on Friday.

Equipping parents to nurture their children's faith
Equipping parents to nurture their children's faith

A new resource has been launched to support parents and carers in nurturing the faith of children in the home.

Bishop in church stabbing forgives alleged attacker
Bishop in church stabbing forgives alleged attacker

The bishop who was stabbed during a livestreamed sermon in Sydney, Australia, has forgiven his alleged attacker.

Police disruption to conservative conference in Belgium was 'dark mark on European democracy'
Police disruption to conservative conference in Belgium was 'dark mark on European democracy'

A Christian group has criticised the actions of authorities in Belgium who brought a conservative conference attended by Nigel Farage and Suella Braverman to a halt.