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Pope Francis May Visit War-Torn South Sudan With Archbishop Of Canterbury
Pope Francis is considering visiting the troubled nation of South Sudan with the Archbishop of Canterbury.

Mexican Church Says Trump Migrant Plans Are 'Terrorism'
The Catholic Church in Mexico is accusing its government of submitting to Donald Trump's immigration plans, labelling the measure 'terrorism'.

Chinese Pastor Arrested After Refusing State Surveillance Of Church
A Chinese pastor has been detained and the church building illegally tampered with after the congregation refused to come under state surveillance.

10 Things I've Tried â And Failed â To Give Up For Lent
The 'sackcloth and ashes' of Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent, are a tangible reminder of the inescapable fact spelled out in Genesis - from ashes we come, and to ashes we will return.

Remembering George Herbert: 10 Quotes From The Great Priest And Poet
Today is the feast day of the legendary poet and priest George Hebert. Here are 10 of his greatest quotes.

Tim Keller's Leaving Redeemer Presbyterian: 5 Lessons For Christian Leaders
After 28 years of service, Tim Keller is stepping down from leading the church that he planted in Manhattan. Here are five things I think we can learn from this radical move.

Tim Keller Steps Down From Redeemer Presbyterian Church
Keller, 66, is a highly-regarded and influential theologian who has won praise for his Christian apologetics ministry.

Czech Christian Jailed In Sudan Has Been Freed
A Czech Christian aid worker who has been detained in Sudanese prison since December 2015 has now been released and pardoned.

England's Cathedrals Are Not 'Too Big To Fail' Archbishop Warns
Archbishop Justin Welby warned that the Church of England will not step in to save Guildford Cathedral if planning permission for new homes was denied

8 Ways To Improve The Preaching In Your Church
I believe the Bible is vital for the flourishing of the Church. But sometimes we've got locked into stale and stagnant modes of helping people engage with the living word of God.

Major Gaffe Mars Oscars As Moonlight Upsets La La Land For Best Picture
African-American coming-of-age tale Moonlight won the Oscar for best picture on Sunday on a big night for Hollywood diversity that was overshadowed by an embarrassing onstage gaffe over the top award.

What Is More Important In Church â Comfy Chairs Or Historic Carved Pews?
We all want churches to thrive and grow. So surely it is no contest when an historic church such as Bath Abbey asks permission to remove the pews.

Vancouver Church Leaders Slam Franklin Graham: Statements 'Don't Convey Spirit Of Christ'
Graham is scheduled to speak at the Festival of Hope from March 3-5. Opposition to his presence has been growing, however.

We Have To Help Christians Fleeing Islamic State, Says Egypt's President Sisi
Hundreds of Christian families and students have fled to Ismailia, north Sinai's neighbouring province, after seven Christians were killed in Arish between Jan. 30 and Thursday.
Trump To Skip White House Press Dinner After Battles With Media
'I will not be attending the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner this year. Please wish everyone well and have a great evening!', Trump wrote on Twitter.

US Will Start 'Aggressive' Cuts To Obama's Environmental Protection Rules
US President Donald Trump's administration will begin rolling back Obama-era environmental regulations in an 'aggressive way' as soon as next week.