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U.S. Episcopal Church's Michael Curry not backing down from gay marriage support
Despite the dressing down and suspension the U.S. Episcopalian Church received from the Anglican Communion because of its support of same-sex marriage, presiding bishop Michael Curry says his mind is made up regarding "gay marriage" and their stance remains the same.
Franklin Graham: U.S. Episcopal Church deserves Anglican Communion suspension for its pro-gay marriage stance
Reverend Franklin Graham strongly believes Christians should reject homosexuality but still be gay-friendly. So when the Episcopal Church got suspended by the Anglican Communion recently over its support of gay marriage, Graham understood why.
Olympic track star Lolo Jones credits God for 'breakthrough' recovery after hip surgery
Olympic runner Lolo Jones thought for certain that her career would be put on an indefinite halt after she encountered a serious hip injury. However, God was taking of Jones the entire time and has blessed her with a complete recovery.
Ciara says Russell Wilson's faith in God 'never ceases to amaze' her
Christian football star Russell Wilson has been a good influence to his girlfriend and singer Ciara. Despite the loss his team the Seattle Seahawks endured against the Carolina Panthers during the NFC Divisional playoff game, Wilson still managed to inspire Ciara because of his faith in God.
Sadie Robertson says she's done obsessing about what other people think of her: 'Live original'
There is always a downside to fame, and for "Duck Dynasty" star Sadie Robertson, it is the constant criticisms she receives about her appearance and lifestyle choices.
Patience: 10 Bible verses to help us as we wait for God
Patience is one of the great Bible virtues. It means waiting in hope and trust, even when it's hard.
The whole of Christendom wants to fix the date of Easter, except this Yorkshire town
Moves by the world's major Churches to agree a common date of Easter, setting aside centuries of division, have been widely welcomed â but not in the small Yorkshire town of Whitby.
A new biopic is being made about Mary Magdalene
A biopic of Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus Christ and witness of his crucifixion and resurrection, has been scheduled for release in 2017.
Have humans always been prone to evil, and can we learn our way out of it?
Human sinfulness â in this case envy and violence â is intrinsic to all societies in all times. That's why, even in societies which are equal, just, wealthy and relatively peaceful, we see outbursts of violence. Our propensity to sin tips over into evil acts.
The mark of the beast: What does it mean for the Church today?
People have always wondered about the "mark of the beast" and the "number of the beast" mentioned in the Book of Revelation, but what could it say to the 21st Century Church?
Christian MP slams religion in public life report
A Christian MP has slammed a report on the declining influence of Christianity as "insidious" and "conformist".
Apology to LGBT community must be followed by action, senior Anglicans warn Archbishop of Canterbury
Senior Anglicans who wrote to the Archbishop of Canterbury on the eve of last week's Primates Meeting have thanked him for his apology for the way the Church has treated the gay community, but warned that his words must be followed by action.
Justin Welby: Decision for unity of Anglican Communion was a 'God-moment'
The decision of the Anglican Primates last week to maintain the unity of the Anglican Communion was a "God moment", Justin Welby has said.
Pope: Women must be included in Maundy Thursday foot washing
Although it isn't a major doctrinal change, it is indicative of the Pope's more inclusive approach to matters which don't concern fundamental Catholic teachings.
Asylum seekers facing freezing temperatures find refuge in Arctic Norway church
Three asylum seekers have sought refuge in a local church in Arctic Norway, after a bus-load of asylum seekers were returned to Russia on Tuesday.
Tajikistan shaves 13,000 men's beards in fight against radicalism
Police in Tajikistan have shaved the beards of almost 13,000 men, closed more than 160 shops selling traditional Muslim ware and convinced over 1,700 women to stop wearing head-scarves in a bid to fight against "foreign influences".