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Catholic bishops express dismay at Virginia governor for vetoing religious freedom bill
Catholic bishops in Virginia are deeply disappointed with Gov. Terry McAuliffe for vetoing the religious freedom bill, warning that faith-based groups that support traditional marriage will no longer have protections.
Students' plan to set up abortion clinic in University of California-Berkeley draws flak: 'It's devilish'
The University of California-Berkeley's student government approved a resolution to install an abortion clinic on campus, drawing criticisms.
U.S. federal agencies issue new rules to protect religious liberty of faith-based groups
Nine U.S. federal agencies have published new rules that will protect religious liberty of faith-based organizations and their beneficiaries under social service programs.
Tips on saving money from the Bible: three verses to guide your spending habits
We might be familiar with the phrase, "saving money for a rainy day" but it turns out very few of us are doing this. In fact, not only are we failing to save, we're dipping into our cash reserves to fund our lifestyles.
5 Christian books that can help emotional healing
There are vast numbers of Christian books, and many that are about healing. Heather Tomlinson offers her top five.
Mass protests in Poland over plans for strict new abortion law
Poland has seen demonstrations by many thousands of people after the ruling Law and Justice party disclosed it is to bring abortion law into line with Catholic Church teachings.
Top Muslim human rights lawyer receives death threats for speaking out against extremism
A leading Muslim human rights lawyer has received death threats after he called for unity among members of his own faith.
129 children disappear from Calais refugee camp
More than 100 children have vanished from the Calais refugee camp according to a recent census. Charities have expressed shock and concern, particularly following evidence of the abuse and rape of boys in the camp.
Max Lucado fears Donald Trump in the White House would put non-believers off Christianity
While Christian leaders from other denominations have been vocal about their support for Donald Trump's bid for the presidency, Pastor Max Lucado also remains vocal about his reservations about the business tycoon, saying he believes Trump is giving Christians a bad name.
4-year-old girl kicked out of preschool in Denver after her parents questioned gay book read in class
A 4-year-old girl from Denver, Colorado was kicked out from a preschool last month after he parents complained about books that were read to her class including one about same-sex couples.
How to find joy in every task on your to-do list
We're all guilty of putting off the tasks we dislike. Whether it's because of their banality â the dishes or vacuuming, their difficulty â tax returns or a being honest with a friend their necessity to draw us out of our comfort zone â networking or public-speaking, the tasks we like the least often find their way to the bottom of our to-do lists. So, how can we find the joy in doing the little things that we don't really like?
Church attendance in Scotland at lowest level ever
Two thirds of people in Scotland with a religious background never or practically never go to services, according to new research.
Freed prison inmate who spent 30 years behind bars is made a pastor at Rick Warren's Saddleback Church
After more than three decades in prison, Danny Duchene is ready to start afresh, this time to play a role in the spiritual renewal at Rick Warren's Saddleback Church in Lake Forest California where he will lead the Mercy Ministry for those who are behind bars.
'2,800 ticking time bombs': Mosques in U.S. offer terrorists 'short cut to salvation,' expert says
The estimated 2,800 mosques in the United States are 'ticking time bombs" for Islamic terrorism, according to experts.
How to stay faithful at work? One Christian's answer: 'There's an even bigger boss out there'
Packed trains filled to capacity, delays, engineering works and expensive fares â the journey to and from work is probably the least favourite part of the day for any commuter. But in the midst of all this, one man has been recognised for lifting the spirits of Londoners making their way around the capital.
Christian refugees from Iraq returned home by Czech Republic after 'abuse' of hospitality
A group of Christian refugees said to have "abused the goodwill" of the Czech Republic and its people are to be deported to Iraq.