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Survey reveals thousands of UK churches may close by 2030
A nationwide survey by UK charity National Churches Trust has raised concerns that as many as 2,000 churches across the UK could close within the next five years.

C of E says greater support is needed for conservative bishops in the Church of England
A new report raised concerns about overstretched bishops and an unsustainable workload.

Golf? For Samuel Ryder – founder of the Ryder Cup – his faith was more important
Here’s a shock for many of the world’s top golfers, and golfing fans gathering in Farmingdale, New York for the 45th Ryder Cup.

Voddie Baucham dies at 56 after 'emergency medical incident'
The announcement of his passing was made by his family. He was 56.

Christopher Yuan 'recovering in good spirits' after emergency surgery to treat paralysis
Theologian and bestselling author Christopher Yuan is “recovering in good spirits” following an emergency surgery meant to treat paralysis caused by a fall at his home.

From crime to Christ: Devon drug dealer shares his life-changing encounter with God
A former career criminal who once plotted multi-million pound drug deals has told how his life was transformed after what he describes as a dramatic “God encounter” on a ferry.

Ancient coin hoard unearthed in Galilee reveals secrets of last Jewish revolt under Romans
The 22 coins, dating back more than 1,600 years, were found within a narrow crack deliberately carved at the end of a winding tunnel.

Baptist Union of Great Britain maps out rescue plan for Spurgeon’s students after shock closure
The Baptist Union of Great Britain (BUGB) has detailed a wide-ranging support package to keep students from the now-closed Spurgeon’s College on track for the new academic year.

£11m investment to boost mission across Church of England parishes
Almost half of all Church of England parishes are set to gain from a new £11 million wave of investment aimed at strengthening mission, outreach and discipleship, according to the latest figures.

Christians back legal challenge over council's decision to lease historic building to mosque
The mosque will be the first in Monmouthshire, if approved.

Pro-life institute hit by 'anthrax' scare
The powder was "almost certainly harmless".

Devoted clergy remain with Gaza flock despite ongoing destruction
“Above all, death is everywhere, and the fact is that there is no such thing as a safe place in Gaza.”

Finding true friends in Christ: 6 traits to look out for
As this new semester begins, seek out friendships that make you love Jesus more, not less, and be that kind of friend to others.

'Malcolm in the Middle' star Frankie Muniz says he's 'proud to live for Jesus'
Former “Malcolm in the Middle” star-turned-racing professional Frankie Muniz recently declared his Christian faith, taking to social media to say he’s “proud" to "live for Jesus Christ.”

Christian songwriter known for ‘Jesus, Take the Wheel’ dies in plane crash
A prominent Christian songwriter, known for co-writing the Grammy-winning hit “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” was among three people killed in a small aircraft crash in North Carolina. His wife and stepdaughter also died in the crash.

Salvation Army calls for urgent action on homelessness in Scotland
As Scotland heads toward next May’s parliamentary election, The Salvation Army is pressing political leaders to put homelessness prevention at the top of their agendas.