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After Brussels, we need to realise we can't 'destroy evil'
The contemporary trope of 'uprooting' or 'destroying' evil is now entrenched in almost every response a major leader makes to a terrorist atrocity. We need to stop and ask ourselves where that leaves us.
Armed gang murders Catholic priest who campaigned against DRC 'genocide'
A prominent Catholic priest in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has been murdered by armed men thought to be government soldiers.
Good Friday came early in Brussels, city's bishop notes following terror attacks; Pope condemns acts of 'blind obedience'
Good Friday "came early" in Brussels, the city's bishop mournfully noted, following the Holy Week terrorist attacks in the Belgian capital on Tuesday.
Crown of syringes replaces traditional crown of thorns in CofE Easter Passion film
The #EasterJoy film is a modern-day Passion Play and stars people who have fought drug addiction, crime and homelessness with the help of faith.
Questioning the resurrection in the run-up to Easter
David Baker reflects on the reassurance, challenge and encouragement the disciples' reaction to the resurrection can bring us in our own spiritual journey.
Two years after Ebola hit Sierra Leone, faith leaders testify to God's grace
A Christian Aid film on the second anniversary of the outbreak of Ebola contains harrowing stories of those affected and stresses the role of faith leaders in controlling the epidemic.
Supreme Court to hear Christian groups' challenge to Obamacare over religious freedom and birth control
The US Supreme Court on Wednesday will consider appeals by Christian groups demanding full exemption on religious grounds from a requirement under President Barack Obama's healthcare law to provide health insurance covering contraceptives.
Pakistan: 'The anger of extremists is boiling over', church leader warns, as Christians on 'high alert' for Easter attacks
Christians in Pakistan are on high alert in the run-up to Easter following the execution of the man who murdered the reforming Punjab governor Salman Taseer.
Pope Francis to wash feet of young refugees on Holy Thursday
Pope Francis will wash the feet of twelve young refugees on Holy Thursday, re-enacting a rite Jesus performed on his apostles before being crucified.
Bishop of Gloucester to spend Good Friday in women's prison
The Bishop of Gloucester, Rt Rev Rachel Treweek, is to go to prison for three days this week.
What 'turn the other cheek' means (and doesn't) in an age of terrorism
The horrific attacks in Brussels, claimed by ISIS, have left us once again shocked. Jesus has something powerful to say to the problem, but his words need to be carefully understood before being applied.
ISIS claims killing of Christian in Bangladesh as a 'lesson to others'
Islamic State has claimed responsibility for stabbing a Christian to death in Bangladesh.
Brussels attacks: El Bakraoui brothers named as ISIS suicide bombers
RTBF, quoting a police source, named the suspected bombers as Khalid and Brahim El Bakraoui, two brothers resident in Brussels and known to the security services for crime.
4 things that stop us from believing we can lead
Leadership can be overwhelming even before we step into a leadership mantle, and we can come up with reasons to step down.
5 verses that will help kids appreciate discipline
As children, obeying our parents is not something that we are obliged to do, but it is an opportunity to do so through the grace of God.
Why did Jesus spend time with the Pharisees?
Like any other story, one will read the story of the Bible and instantly have a "most hated character." When you get to the gospels, you'll know that many people will instantly hate the Pharisees.