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The difference that light makes
If no one could see, no-one could lead, for no-one would know where to go. Light changes all that

Joshua 24:15 and the declaration Christians need to make every day
"...But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord" is an amazingly profound statement by a man who has lived his life with strength and courage. But why would Joshua need to say it at all?

Italian scientist says Shroud of Turin could be 2,000 years old
An Italian scientist and his team claim their research shows the Shroud of Turin, a fabric purported to have been Christ's burial garment, may have originated during the time of Jesus's death and resurrection.

Pastor who warned against LGBT pride events wins discrimination case
An Employment Tribunal has ruled in favour of a pastor who was forced to resign from his job as a caretaker at a primary school after tweeting that LGBT Pride events are harmful and should not be attended by Christians and children.

Nearly half of UK adults believe in the resurrection - study
A major new study has found widespread belief in Jesus and the resurrection, and an openness to conversations about the Christian faith.

Archbishop of Canterbury stands by Rwanda criticism
"The Church of England is not a passive observer of migration policy," he said.

Virginia church leaving United Methodist Church over LGBT stance
A United Methodist Church congregation in Virginia plans to join a theologically conservative alternative to the mainline Protestant denomination due to issues with the UMC's ongoing debate over homosexuality.

Church of Scotland and Catholic Church make historic Declaration of Friendship
Ecumenical relations between the Church of Scotland and Catholic Church in Scotland are entering a new phase with the agreement of a historic Declaration of Friendship.

Former Vineyard Anaheim becomes the Dwelling Place
The church once led by John Wimber has a new name, a legal change required by its departure from the Vineyard.

Church of England Evangelical Council launches human sexuality resources
The Church of England Evangelical Council (CEEC) has created a series of films to help churches engage with issues around human sexuality.

I Love Idi Amin
Bishop Festo Kivengere struggled to forgive the brutal Ugandan dictator - until he heard a John Stott sermon.

Eastern Europe in the face of war: an aid worker's diary
Any small part we have been able to play has been an honour. But I also suspect this is very much the beginning of the story, writes Gwyn Williams.

Eight qualities that are inconsistent with love
If we really love others, there are certain things we won't do.

If I want to have good friends, I need to be a good friend
Be the kind of friend you want and watch your life change for the better.

When it's good to question
Many of us take part in the traditions practised by our countries or families without being conscious of the harm some of these practices may bring. We often need physical evidence to verify the danger, and if we haven't seen it, we believe that the activities are completely safe. We must question these practices, know the reason for doing them, and see if they are contrary to the word of God.

Parents pursue legal action against Welsh government over sex education for children
Over 5,000 parents and concerned citizens have joined forces to take the Welsh government to court over Relationships and Sex Education lessons in schools.