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Before US Election, Pope Francis Condemns Politics Of Fear
Pope Francis hit out against the politics of fear in a speech that touched on the crucial themes of the US presidential election without actually mentioning it.

Christian Couple Barred From Adopting After 'Gay Parents' Row
A Christian couple have been blocked from adopting their two foster children after expressing concerns about them being raised by a gay couple, the Telegraph reported.

Is The Church's Mission Falling Apart?
Too often, we celebrate the instant over the long term, the miraculous over the mundane, the crisis over the process, the body over the soul, says Krish Kandiah.

Cardinal Nichols Praises Gaza Christians: 'Their Faith Is Strong'
The Catholic Archbishop of Westminster visited Gaza on Sunday, praising the region's tiny Christian population for their faith.

Protests After San Diego Church Told The Devil Is Working Through Clinton
Protests have erupted in San Diego after a church bulletin suggested that the devil is working through Democrat presidential nominee Hillary Clinton.

Clinton Starts Final Campaigning Day With Boost From FBI
Democrat Hillary Clinton heads into the final day of a tight White House race against Republican Donald Trump on Monday with new momentum after the FBI's announcement that no criminal charges were forthcoming in the probe of her email practices.

Christians Packing Churches in India as Christianity Sees Surprising Growth Despite Rising Persecution Cases
Although India is a predominantly Hindu nation, Christians are reportedly packing churches by the thousands.

94-Year-Old American Woman Gets Baptised: 'It's Never Too Late to Become a Christian'
It is never too late to accept Jesus. The remark came from Ophelia White, a 94-year-old new believer, who was recently baptised at the Cook Baptist Church in Ruston, Louisiana, according to The Baptist Message.

Baby With Gigantic Tumour Is Born Twice After Her Parents Chose Life: 'God's Hand' Was on Mom and Child
This baby had to be medically "born again" to stay alive.

Pope Francis Holds Mass For 1,000 Prisoners
The inmates from 12 countries joined more than 3,000 chaplains, guards, ex-prisoners and family members in Rome.

Welby Weighs In Over Abuse Of Article 50 Judges
The Archbishop of Canterbury joined calls for Theresa May to admonish newspapers that attacked the three judges who ruled Parliament must vote on triggering Article 50.

Campaign Launched To Retake ISIS Capital Of Raqqa
A campaign to retake ISIS' de facto capital will begin within hours, according to a US-backed military group.

The Bible Book That Doesn't Mention God: 3 Things To Learn From Esther
It reads more like a thriller or a historical novel than a Bible book. It has jealousy, treachery, romance, betrayal, bloodshed and a (reasonably) happy ending.

Love Working? Here's Why Taking Time to Rest Is Important â and Should be Non-Negotiable
Not only do we need to rest so that we could honour God; we can also serve Him better and hear Him better when our bodies are in good shape.

The Four Distractions That Stop You Praying â And How To Get Rid Of Them
Four simple, practical steps that may help cut out the distractions if you're struggling to pray.

How to Enjoy the Word of God Like a Buffet
"Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God." (Matthew 4:4)