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6 Christians killed in 'awful terrorist attack' in Kenya
"The residents have gathered and are asking why the security officers were not doing enough to protect the Christians from being attacked by the Somali militants."

Big Daddy Weave bassist dies of Covid complications
Jay Weaver, one of the founding members of Christian band Big Daddy Weave, has died from Covid-19 complications.

Appeal launched to support Christians fleeing persecution
They include Christian refugees who have left Afghanistan to escape the Taliban, and Nigeria where Christians face "the greatest threat of violence".

2021 was the 'most violent year' for India's Christians
Violence against Christians in India reached new heights during 2021, according to a new report.

Christian killed after New Year's prayer meeting
A Christian man was killed and "burned beyond recognition" after being attacked on his way home from a New Year's Eve prayer meeting in Nigeria.

'There is great wisdom in the teaching of Jesus', says Elon Musk
Tesla co-founder Elon Musk isn't a Christian but he has a lot of respect for Jesus' teachings.

Alcoholics Anonymous group removed from directory over Christian emphasis
The group continues to meet in a church in Yeovil, Somerset, but is no longer officially recognised by the AA.

Ancient Christian ring among 'spectacular' shipwreck finds off coast of Israel
An ancient gold ring engraved with the figure of the Good Shepherd is one of the "spectacular" finds from two ancient shipwrecks discovered off the coast of Israel.

Lysa TerKeurst announces divorce, standing 'firm' in faith despite pain
Bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst has announced she and her husband, Art, will be ending their marriage of nearly 30 years after he engaged in "chosen patterns of behavior that dishonor God and the biblical covenant of marriage."

Pastor's wife shot dead at Bible study in Alabama
Police have arrested and charged a 26-year-old Alabama woman with the murder of a pastor's wife after a stray bullet killed her as she attended a church Bible study.

Chris Tucker rejects $10 million for movie role over religious objections to content
Rapper Ice Cube has revealed that actor Chris Tucker, his co-star in the popular 1995 film "Friday," didn't appear in the sequels because of his Christian faith, turning down a $10 million to $12 million offer to portray a character known for cussing and smoking marijuana.

Christians recognised for Covid efforts in New Year Honours list
The New Year Honours list for 2022 includes a number of Christians being recognised for their efforts in response to the pandemic.

Tutu laid to rest at state funeral in Cape Town
The funeral of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, who died last week aged 90, has taken place in Cape Town.

God is near, says Pope in New Year's Day address
In a world that continues to be rocked by insecurity and the challenges of the pandemic, God is not distant but very near, Pope Francis has said.

How do we measure wellbeing or spiritual health?
We know how many seats we have and how far apart we need to be in a pandemic and can keep track of how many folk come to church once or twice a year, or once a week. But can we pass that economic lens over faith?

Doctors urge Scottish Parliament to reject assisted suicide legislation
Dozens of junior doctors have written to MSPs urging them to vote against legalising assisted suicide in Scotland.