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How a Bible translation project in Chad is bringing Christians and Muslims together
"I am witness to the impact of cooperation between Muslims and Christians as they translate 50 Bible stories for the greater good."
Festival celebrates diverse contribution of gospel music
"Much modern mainstream music, as well as many genres of music of black origin, owe their origins and inspirations to gospel music. However, these roots often go unacknowledged and unrecognised," organisers said.
Study reveals doubts about God
While less than half of adults in the U.S. believe in God without a doubt or attend religious services frequently, the majority, almost 80%, say they still pray, a new study from NORC at the University of Chicago shows.
Church of Scotland to review position on assisted suicide
The Church of Scotland General Assembly has voted to review its position on assisted suicide as Scottish parliamentarians prepare to consider whether to legalise the practice.
Pregnant Christian woman beaten by employer in Pakistan
"I cried and screamed for help, but no one came to rescue me," she said.
Christian celebrity culture, megachurches are a turn-off, poll finds
While a majority of Americans have a positive view of Jesus, most, including Christians, also have a negative opinion of celebrity Christian culture, celebrity pastors, Evangelicals, megachurches and famous worship bands, a new study from Barna Group shows.
Pro-life group loses NI abortion legal challenge
The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children (SPUC) has lost a legal challenge against a directive rolling out radical abortion laws across Northern Ireland.
Education Secretary Gillian Keegan says schools should tell parents about transgender child
Education Secretary Gillian Keegan has said she disagrees with the policy of some schools to withhold knowledge from parents about their child's desire to change genders.
Fears of civil war in Manipur after violent attacks on Christians
Conditions for those who have fled are "grim", with little support from the local government.
Church leaders pray for King Charles during Northern Ireland visit
The King and Queen have attended a service at St Patrick's Cathedral in Armagh during a surprise visit to Northern Ireland.
Church of Scotland to be 'impartial' on Scottish independence
The Church of Scotland has announced that it will not be taking an official corporate position on Scottish independence or the question of whether another referendum should be held.
Church supplier Wippell & Co to close after 220 years
The company said the last few years had been financially difficult with the pandemic and competition from cheaper machine-made alternatives from overseas.
Christian teacher says he was dismissed after sharing beliefs at diversity training
A Christian teacher has claimed he was dismissed for 'hate speech' after sharing his beliefs at a diversity and inclusion seminar.
Vatican takes climate activists to court on Laudato Si' anniversary
The trial takes place on the eighth anniversary of Pope Francis' encyclical promoting the care of creation and the environment, "Laudato Si'."
Pope Francis taps Italian Cardinal Zuppi to lead peace mission in Ukraine
The appointment is the latest effort by Pope Francis and the Vatican to mediate a peace between Russia and Ukraine.
Bishops will continue to speak out on government's immigration policy, says Welby
The Archbishop of Canterbury has defended his outspoken criticism of the government's Illegal Migration Bill.