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Living on a prayer
What makes prayer so important? And how and when should we pray?

Australia's conservative Anglicans announce new diocese
A new diocese has been formed in Australia for traditionalist Anglicans at odds with the liberal stance of their bishops on marriage and sexuality.

Pastor apologizes after cursing 'broke' congregation for not buying him luxury watch
A Missouri pastor has apologized after a video clip in which he threw a spiritualized tantrum from the pulpit and called his congregation "broke, busted and disgusted" and "cheap sons and daughters" for not "honoring" him with a watch from the luxury brand Movado went viral.

US denomination mulls ending same-sex conscience protections
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America has approved a proposal to possibly revise a social statement that respects the conscience of members who oppose same-sex marriage.

Warnings for the UK after Australian conversion therapy ban
Introducing a conversion therapy ban similar to that in the Australian state of Victoria could be "catastrophic", Christian campaigners have warned.

Rick Warren's successor apologises for Mark Driscoll interview
The pastor appointed to succeed Saddleback founder Rick Warren has apologised for interviewing Mark Driscoll.

Archaeologists uncover inscription to Peter
Archaeologists believe the discovery of the inscription is further evidence that the site is the house of Peter.

Iranian Christian convert loses case at European court
The European Court of Human Rights has rejected the case of an Iranian Christian convert who was denied protection in Germany and could face deportation, leaving him vulnerable to persecution upon his return to Iran.

Death threats against JK Rowling are 'appalling', says Archbishop
The Archbishop of Canterbury has spoken out after a death threat was made against JK Rowling.

Archbishop voices 'great sadness' after dozens die in Egypt church fire
The Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of London has spoken of his "great sadness" after a fire in a church in Egypt left dozens dead, including many children.

The Gospel according to Elvis
Gospel music was always part of Elvis Presley's life, and he took the gospel sound with him wherever he went.

Spiritual time out
Instead of exclaiming in defeat, "Lord, what did I do to deserve this?", how about proclaiming in victory, "Lord, thank you for a blessing so undeserving!"

Former employee accuses Hillsong of misappropriating church finances
A former employee of Hillsong has accused the church of misappropriating its finances and giving "large cash gifts" to the family of its founding pastor, Brian Houston.

Next prime minister must act to save Afghans from hunger, says Christian Aid
Christian Aid is calling on the next prime minister to take urgent action to help Afghans survive increasingly desperate conditions in Afghanistan.

Weapons used by Roman soldiers in destruction of Second Temple discovered in Jerusalem
Antiquity experts in Israel say they have found archaeological evidence of the destruction of the Second Temple as prophesied by Jesus in the New Testament.

The BBC 'should remain at the heart of British broadcasting'
A group of leading UK legislators â including a senior Church of England bishop â have called for the BBC to "remain at the heart of British broadcasting, bringing the nation together, serving all sectors of UK society, and delivering a world-leading service that is respected across the globe."