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10 stunning pictures of Orthodox Christians celebrating Easter
On May 1, Orthodox Christians celebrated Easter Sunday, just over month after Western Churches celebrated the day on March 27.
Massive fire destroys historic New York cathedral
The beautiful 19th century Gothic Revival Cathedral of St Sava in New York was destroyed by fire yesterday evening.
California judge rules woman's lawsuit vs. Church of Scientology can go to trial
A California judge ruled on Wednesday that a woman's lawsuit against the Church of Scientology can proceed to trial, denying the organization's motion for summary judgement.
Indiana to test Donald Trump's staying power with evangelicals
Donald Trump's success in the race for the White House may well ride on the support of Republican evangelicals made wary as the front-runner reveals a more liberal side to his social views.
U2 star The Edge rocks up at the Vatican
U2's The Edge, also known as David Evans, has become the first contemporary artist to play a gig in Rome's iconic 15th century Sistine Chapel.
Report: Religious freedom under 'serious and sustained assault' around the world
The US Commission on International Religious Freedom found that religious liberty has deteriorated across the globe, with abuses committed by both state and non-state actors.
Fire destroys 160-year-old historic church in New York just hours after Orthodox Easter celebration
A four-hour fire gutted a historic Serbian Orthodox church in Manhattan, New York City Sunday just hours after Easter celebration was held.
Kidnapped bishop handcuffed and beaten then released
A bishop in southern India has been released after suffering kidnap and violent assault.
Kobe Bryant shares how a Catholic priest changed his life
Even though retired NBA legend Kobe Bryant was born and raised a Catholic, he made a few bad turns. But thankfully, the basketball star was able to turn his life around, and it was all thanks to a kind-hearted priest.
Christian missionary sentenced to 10 years hard labour in North Korea
A Christian missionary has been sentenced to 10 years in one of North Korea's punitive hard labour camps for alleged "unpardonable espionage".
5 lessons that Google can teach the Church
Krish Kandiah reflects on his trip to Silicon Valley, and what the Church can learn about innovation, influence and entrepreneurship.
10 Bible verses for when you're facing a tough decision
In some circumstances, God will speak to us specifically about our choices, while in others he seems to be silent. But we can always trust that he wants the best for us.
You are salt and light, said Jesus: but what did he really mean?
Christians are meant to make a difference in the world. We're to stand up for what's right, we're to campaign for justice and righteousness, and we're to speak truth to power, says Mark Woods.
Anti-immigrant AfD says Muslims not welcome in Germany
Members of the anti-immigration party Alternative for Germany (AfD) on Sunday backed an election manifesto that says Islam is not compatible with the constitution and calls for a ban on minarets and the burqa.
Pope condemns paedophilia as details of girl's death shock Italy
Pope Francis called for "severe punishment" for paedophiles on Sunday after new details emerged in Italy of the 2014 death of a six-year-old girl who is alleged to have been thrown from an eighth-storey balcony by her abuser.
Breaking pride: Why pride can lead to downfall
Pride. There is just something about it that really twists God's arm. He loathes it so much that Jesus had to come down as man to stand as the ultimate testament of a humble God who calls us to value humility just as much as He does.