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'Even if he does not': How to trust God in the furnace
Our faith in God and his goodness is not dependent on him doing this one thing for us now.
New Vatican role for US archbishop signals move to a more moderate Church
The Pope has appointed a leading moderate bishop to an important post in the Vatican, signalling once more his determination to move the Catholic Church more towards the centre.
Canterbury Cathedral apologises after Argentinian visitor told, 'Dover's that way'
A member of staff at Canterbury Cathedral has sparked outrage after telling an Argentinian visitor, "Dover's that way, love" after being asked for directions.
Dallas: Five officers killed amid protests over shooting of black men by police
Five Dallas police officers have been killed and six wounded after a sniper opened fire during a protest against the recent shooting of two black men by police. An armed stand-off is ongoing.
Vatileaks trial: Priest jailed, journalists cleared over stories alleging graft
The two reporters published books last year that depicted a Vatican plagued by greed and corruption.
Removal of cross from logo of Christian school in England upsets students' parents
Parents in West Yorkshire, England are in protest after a Christian school removed a cross from its logo.
Anglican Church apologises for inhumane treatment of leprosy patients in Japan
The Anglican Church in Japan, the Nippon Sei Ko Kai (NSKK), has apologised for its participation in the inhumane treatment of leprosy patients.
Free.In.Deed campaign: Anglican mission agency to recruit 1,000 new missionaries
The Church Mission Society (CMS) in Oxford, England, is planning to recruit 1,000 new missionaries to help bring about change in different countries.
Muslim convert charged with attempt to bomb Jewish synagogue in Florida
A Florida man has been charged with attempting to damage a Jewish synagogue in addition to his previous indictment of attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction against a person or property.
Chaplain distributes Bibles after scripture is removed from U.S. Air Force base facility
A U.S. Air Force chaplain will continue to distribute Bibles at a military base despite complaint and legal threats from a group that is pushing the separation of church and state.
Pope Francis says Bangladesh terror attack an offence against God and humanity
Pope Francis condemned the terrorist attack at a cafe in Dhaka, Bangladesh on July that killed 28 people and injured others, saying it's an offence against God and humanity.
New York police reinstate Muslim police officer earlier suspended for refusing to shave his beard
The New York Police Department (NYPD) has reinstated a Muslim policeman who was suspended last month for refusing to shave his beard.
Don't go with the flow: 3 ways to avoid becoming a coasting Christian
If we only act out of obligation and never out of inspiration, we risk becoming Christians who only coast along through our faith journey. Faith is nothing without works. But we need to be wary that we don't end up viewing our spiritual life like a to-do list â mindlessly doing the right things just to check boxes.
3 prayers for persecuted Christians
We should never think of prayer as being the least we can do. Prayer is powerful, necessary and regularly requested by the very victims we want to help. Here are three prayers that you can say for persecuted Christians.
Feeling stifled by self-discipline? Let these 7 Bible verses bring you joy
If you're feeling stifled by the thought of disciplining yourself, having difficulty explaining to a friend how essential it is or just want a brief refresher on how self-discipline impacts your spiritual life, you can meditate on any of these seven Bible verses.
What are tithes for?
Tithes are more than just means to provide for the needs of those who care for the flock. They mean so much more.