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God saves 22-member Christian family from powerful EF4 tornado that tore apart roof of their Texas home
A Christian university dean is thanking God for saving the lives of 22 members of his family whose house in Texas was one of those directly hit by a killer tornado last weekend.
Republican critics pounce on Obama even before he could spell out new gun control measures
U.S. President Barack Obama will shortly be announcing a series of new executive actions aimed at reducing gun violence. But even before he could open his mouth to provide details on his plans, criticsâmostly from the Republican camp, particularly the GOP presidential candidatesâare already calling his plans unconstitutional and an effort to disarm America.
20,000 prisoners reached with evangelistic course in 12 months
An evangelism course for prisoners born out of an Anglican church in London has reached 20,000 inmates since its launch 12 months ago.
Kingsmill Massacre: Memorial service to mark 40 year anniversary
A religious service at the site of the Kingsmill massacre is to be held to mark the 40 year anniversary of the shooting of 10 protestant workmen by the IRA.
Scottish primus warns of damage done by historic agreement between churches
The head of the Anglican church in Scotland has warned the Church of England against treading on his ecclesiastical territory in an historic agreement with the Presbyterian Church of Scotland.
Tory MP condemns Archbishops who speak up for refugees
Conservative MP David Davies has launched a scathing attack on the Archbishops of Canterbury and Wales for their calls for Britain to let in more refugees.
15 Christians arrested after prayer meeting interrupted by Hindu extremists
Fifteen Christians were arrested for alleged forced conversions in Karnataka, India after the church they were praying in was surrounded by Hindu radicals.
Pegida: Anti-Islam group launches in the UK
Anti-Islam movement Pegida yesterday launched its UK branch, branding Islam a "fascist ideology".
Leaked contract shows Driscolls got $400k advance for controversial Real Marriage book
A copy of the contract with Thomas Nelson has been released online by blogger WenatcheeTheHatchet.
Vatican denies responsibility for alleged child labour on Catholic land
The Vatican has denied responsibility for child labour that is allegedly taking place on church-owned land in Uganda, claiming it is the responsibility of the local church.
Not guilty: Pastor James McConnell acquitted at Belfast court
The verdict follows a highly controversial trial after one of his sermons was broadcast online.
Syria: Priest released by Islamist militants two weeks after kidnapping
An Iraqi priest kidnapped by militants in Syria has been released, it has been confirmed, nearly two weeks after his abduction.
Oregon sheriff tells anti-government militia: 'It's time for you to leave'
The occupation marked the latest flare-up of anger against the US government over federal management of public land in the West.
US files multi billion dollar case against Volkswagen over emissions scandal
The Justice Department lawsuit accuses Volkswagen of tampering with the emissions control system and failing to report violations.
Iran crisis: 'We are not natural-born enemies' says Saudi UN envoy
Saudi Arabia cut all ties with Iran on Sunday following the kingdom's execution of prominent Shi'ite cleric Nimr al-Nimr.
'Black Hawk Down' survivor: 'Only one force great enough to transform world â God's Holy Spirit through Jesus'
"Black Hawk Down" survivor and former sergeant Jeff Struecker did not think that he would shift careers and become a pastor, but God has a funny way of making things work.