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Parody video: 7 reasons men should not be pastors
"Some men are handsome, they could be too distracting for us on Sunday," was one reason given in the satirical video released yesterday entitled 7 Reasons Men Should Not be Pastors.
Archbishop of Wales apologises for 'gay prejudice' in the Church
The Archbishop of Wales has written a letter apologising "unreservedly" to gay couples for the "prejudice within the church".
U.S. Army allows decorated Sikh officer to wear turban, beard while in uniform
The United States Army has granted religious accommodation to a Sikh American officer by allowing him to wear turban, beard and uncut hair while serving on duty.
China: Hong Kong pastor held as pressure on Christians increases
A pastor in Hong Kong has been prosecuted in mainland China for printing Christian books and raising money, according to UCA News.
Iraq stands at 'dangerous crossroads', Christian bishops warn
Bishops in Iraq have issued a formal statement praising the Iraqi army, Kurdish and tribal forces in freeing many towns and cities from the ravages of Islamic State.
More Americans believe Christians are being persecuted in U.S., new survey shows
In just two years, the number of Americans who think Christians face growing intolerance and persecution in the United States has increased, according to a poll.
Meet the pastor who set up a church for the homeless: 'It's dirty and painful, but worth it'
Jerry Vineyard is a bi-vocational pastor leading a church for the homeless and addicted in a park in Conroe, Texas.
United Methodist pastor faces possible church trial after coming out as gay
A United Methodist Church pastor in Kansas may face church trial after she came out as gay last January.
CofE to receive millions of pounds from bank sell-off
The Church of England is in line to receive more than £60 million from a Royal Bank of Scotland sell-off of more than 300 branches.
Should James be in the Bible? Martin Luther didn't think so
Many people know Martin Luther's opinion of James and wonder whether James is really to be placed on the same level as the Gospels or Paul's letters.
Mississippi governor signs religious freedom law that allows denial of service to gay couples
Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant signed a law that would protect religious freedom and prevent people from being forced to take part in same-sex marriage ceremonies.
Do you have 'enough' faith when you pray?
Have you ever found yourself wondering whether if you had more faith, then maybe more of your prayers would be answered positively?
ISIS burns 15 people alive for attempting to flee Iraqi city
The terror group has also arrested a woman who went on local television to describe deteriorating conditions, and begged for someone to help save residents.
Gender politics and the gospel: A warning from Scotland
The Conservative British government is proposing that people will find it easier to change gender. Not wanting to be overtaken in the 'progressive' race to the bottom, the Nationalist Scottish government is going to go further.
Franklin Graham warns of Babylon-like U.S. downfall: 'If we don't turn back to God, I fear that our end will be near'
Rev. Franklin Graham is very concerned that the United States might suffer the same fate as Babylon since its people have resorted to worshipping false gods.
Scotland's great Reformer: Who was John Knox?
A documentary about the Scottish reformer John Knox is up for a BAFTA Scotland New Talent Award next week.