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New Wine 'deeply troubled' by Mike Pilavachi developments
New Wine has issued a statement after the Church of England investigation into Soul Survivor founder Mike Pilavachi concluded that safeguarding allegations are "substantiated".

Christian parents are failing to pass on the faith to their children, says Christian researcher
"Most parents, even born-again parents, do not really think the spiritual component of their child's life is a big deal," writes George Barna in his new book.

Christian teenager at centre of court battle with NHS has died
A teenager who was fighting doctors to continue life-preserving treatment has tragically died.

'Cowardly' politicians must stand-up for marriage, says new report
Family Unfriendly Britain, by the Marriage Foundation, blames the decline in marriage in the UK on "cowardly senior politicians" and "anti-family" welfare policies that penalise poor couples who marry.

Scotland's 'conversion therapy' ban delayed
The introduction of a ban on so-called 'conversion therapy' in Scotland has been delayed over fears it could criminalise parents who do not affirm their child's gender identity.

'Sound of Freedom' filmmaker files to run for president of Mexico following film's success
As his movie "Sound of Freedom" ranks No 1 at the box office in Latin America, filmmaker and actor Eduardo Verástegui has officially registered to run as an independent candidate in Mexico's 2024 presidential election.

Conversion therapy ban not a high priority for most voters
The poll asked 2,091 UK voters to rank their top five policy priorities for the next 12 months from a list of 23 possible options.

'Opposites attract' is a myth, study suggests
The study found that couples tend to share similar traits, from their religious beliefs to age, level of education, and substance use.

Former prime minister backs school ban on children changing gender identity
Liz Truss has said that schools should not allow children to change their gender identity.

Tony Evans announces engagement
Pastor Tony Evans is to marry again four years after the passing of his wife, Lois.

Raising young people in faith takes more than parents, study finds
A new study from the University of Georgia (UGA) has underlined the important role that engaged congregations and strong faith communities play in helping with the spiritual development of children.

Study reveals key role of faith-based organisations in treating substance use
Religious groups have long played a role in reaching out to those in need, and according to a new study from the University of Kansas (KU) and Georgetown University, their place alongside the most vulnerable shows no signs of diminishing.

Pope 'deeply saddened' by loss of life in Libya
Pope Francis has expressed his sorrow over the loss of life and destruction in Libya where thousands have died in heavy flooding.

Meet the pastor behind that 'quitting the church' essay
A pastor's last thoughts on leaving the ministry sparked a national conversation about clergy health and the future of the church.

Silent prayer is not unlawful, says Home Secretary
The Home Secretary has told police forces up and down the country that people should not be criminalised for praying silently.

Christian groups send emergency aid to Morocco as earthquake death toll nears 3,000
"Please join me in praying for the people of Morocco and their first responders in the wake of this disaster," said Franklin Graham.