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Virgin Mary Painting 'Sheds Tears'; Believers Say It's a Warning Sign of a Catastrophic Event
It's not the first time that an inanimate statue or painting of a religious figure was reported to have displayed lifelike actions. But when a painting of the Virgin Mary shed tears at the Church of the Holy Archangel Michael near Skopje, Macedonia earlier last year, people are calling it a miracle.

Duggar Family Shares First Photo of New Addition To Their Family, Tyler, While Requesting for More Privacy
The Duggar family from "19 Kids and Counting" has been very quiet about the newest addition to their family, but just recently, Christian couple Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar figured it's about time they introduce their adopted son Tyler to their fans.

Honey as Facial Wash? Check Out Its Health Benefits for the Skin
People do not need to shell out big bucks for beauty products, especially since some of the best beauty products can already be found at the kitchen shelves.

Bishop Warns Of 'Serious Risks' To CofE Reputation After Cathedral Cash Crisis
The Bishop of Peterborough has issued his findings after launching an inquiry last autumn into financial difficulties at Peterborough Cathedral

Poirot Star David Suchet Will Read The Entire Gospel Of Mark In St Paul's Cathedral
David Suchet, best known as the moustached eponymous hero of Agatha Christie's Poirot, will be giving the dramatic reading on the 28th March, Hodder Faith has announced.

Is It The Job Of Christians To Change The World?
How much should we strive to 'change the world'?

New Year, New Hope: Is It Time To Try Online Dating?
It is the season of New Year's resolutions and trying new things. Is it time to try Christian online dating? Joseph Hartropp has decided to find out.

Homeless Get Picnic At The Vatican Courtesy Of Pope Francis
Pope Francis gave 300 homeless people and refugees a sandwich and a drink to thank them for helping to hand out pamphlets at an Epiphany feast day service on Friday.

The One Piece Of Advice That Could Save Your Marriage
What's the secret to a happy marriage? Harry Benson found out the hard way when he survived the near break-up of his marriage to his wife Kate.

10 Stunning Photos Of Christians Celebrating The Feast Of The Epiphany Around The World
Today marks the celebration of the Epiphany. Across the world, particularly in the Catholic and Orthodox traditions, the day is a time of fervent, colourful celebration and display.

What Is Epiphany And Why Does It Matter To The 21st Century Church?
Epiphany marks the coming of the Magi to visit Jesus and in the Western tradition is the time when we conclude the Twelve Days of Christmas. In the Eastern Church, because of the way the calendars differ, today is the day of Christmas itself...

Attacks On Nigerian Christians Spark National Day Of Mourning
The Christian Association of Nigeria is calling for this Sunday to be marked as a national day of mourning for Christians killed by Muslim Fulani terrorists in Southern Kaduna State.

Evangelical Pastor Sentenced To Over Two Years In Prison In China
House church pastor Yang Hua, also known as Li Guozhi, was sentenced in Guizhou province on a charge of "divulging state secrets", according to China Aid.

Transgender Man Sues Catholic Hospital Over 'Refusal To Perform Surgery'
A transgender man is suing a Roman Catholic hospital in New Jersey after it allegedly cited religion in its refusal to perform surgery as part of his gender transition.

Missing Chibok Schoolgirl Kidnapped By Boko Haram Found With Baby In Nigeria
The girl, identified as Rakiya Abubkar Gali, had a six-month-old baby with her, a spokesperson said, and was discovered while soldiers were investigating suspected members of Boko Haram.

How A Christian Ministry Is Reaching Out To Trafficked North Korean Women
Women from North Korea are being trafficked across the border into north-east China and face abuse and exploitation â but a Christian ministry is reaching out to help them.