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Home of prolific hymn writer Charles Wesley reopens to the public
Home of prolific hymn writer Charles Wesley reopens to the public

The former Bristol home of renowned Methodist hymn writer Charles Wesley has reopened to the public after a year of limited access.

Christian congregation in England’s film capital seeks new vicar
Christian congregation in England’s film capital seeks new vicar

After more than three years without a resident rector, All Saints is actively seeking a new vicar to take on full-time ministry in one of England’s most distinctive parish settings.

Amnesty International urges Libya to quash convictions of Christians
Amnesty International urges Libya to quash convictions of Christians

Concerns are mounting over the plight of 11 Christians imprisoned in Libya after trials that Amnesty International has condemned as deeply flawed and unjust.

Churches step in to help parents struggling with back-to-school costs
Churches step in to help parents struggling with back-to-school costs

Churches are helping ease the financial burden on families this summer by providing free pre-loved school uniforms.

Save the Parish founder praises Church for 'finally' listening
Save the Parish founder praises Church for 'finally' listening

Reverend Walker also said he'd seen signs of the "Quiet Revival".

Israel accused of weaponizing aid in Gaza conflict
Israel accused of weaponizing aid in Gaza conflict

Aid organisations say that “most major international NGOs have been unable to deliver a single truck of lifesaving supplies”.

Introduction of new age verification rules sees drop in porn users
Introduction of new age verification rules sees drop in porn users

The Online Safety Act appears to have reduced porn use in the first few weeks since it brought in age verification on adult websites.

Legal challenge launched over Civil Service support for Pride
Legal challenge launched over Civil Service support for Pride

The Christian Institute has taken steps to remove controversial gender and LGBT ideology from the Civil Service, on the grounds that it compromises political neutrality.

Lancashire Christians rally in prayer for embattled Morecambe FC
Lancashire Christians rally in prayer for embattled Morecambe FC

Christians from across Lancashire were gathering at Morecambe FC’s Mazuma Mobile Stadium on Friday to pray for the club’s survival amid a financial crisis that threatens its future in the National League.

God's comfort after the Exile
God's comfort after the Exile

Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects offers the Jewish perspective on the consolation of God after the wilderness years of the Exile. 

Faith leaders and academics fear theology is disappearing from universities
Faith leaders and academics fear theology is disappearing from universities

There are fears for the future of theology and religious studies as the number of UK universities offering the subjects continues to decline.

Legal case to overturn nationwide imposition of gay marriage in the USA
Legal case to overturn nationwide imposition of gay marriage in the USA

A Christian woman in the US, who was briefly jailed over her stance on same-sex couples, has filed a petition demanding that the Supreme Court reverse its decision to permit same-sex marriages.

People in Ukraine feel 'forgotten', says bishop as Trump and Putin meet in Alaska
People in Ukraine feel 'forgotten', says bishop as Trump and Putin meet in Alaska

A Ukrainian bishop has lamented what he describes as a lack of international response to the ongoing conflict in his country.

Prayers and special services mark VJ Day 80th anniversary
Prayers and special services mark VJ Day 80th anniversary

It is 80 years today since VJ Day, which marked the end of World War Two after six years of conflict and millions of deaths.

Scottish grandmother arrested for holding sign in abortion clinic buffer zone won't be prosecuted
Scottish grandmother arrested for holding sign in abortion clinic buffer zone won't be prosecuted

The Procurator Fiscal in Scotland has decided not to prosecute a 75-year-old grandmother arrested earlier this year for holding a sign that offered a listening ear to women visiting an abortion clinic. 

Historic churches to receive major grants from government
Historic churches to receive major grants from government

Some churches have been awarded over half a million pounds.