News

Tributes pour in for Digitalnun
Tributes pour in for Digitalnun

The Christian community on Twitter has been expressing its sorrow but also thanks for @Digitalnun who has died from cancer.

8 lessons from the Ukraine crisis
8 lessons from the Ukraine crisis

As always in the age of the internet, it is far too easy for people to suddenly become experts on the subject of the day. But, as is usually the case, things are much more complex.

European countries must be ready to welcome Ukrainian refugees, say the country's Christians
European countries must be ready to welcome Ukrainian refugees, say the country's Christians

Ukrainian Christians are asking other European nations to make preparations for an influx of refugees from Ukraine after Russia invaded the country on Thursday.

Hillsong leader says documentary is trying to 'hurt the church'
Hillsong leader says documentary is trying to 'hurt the church'

A senior Hillsong leader has spoken out against an upcoming documentary that features former members and other critics of the church.

Russian attack on Ukraine condemned as 'an act of great evil'
Russian attack on Ukraine condemned as 'an act of great evil'

In a joint statement, Archbishops Justin Welby and Stephen Cottrell called for an urgent ceasefire.

'No justification' for Russian invasion of Ukraine, say European evangelicals
'No justification' for Russian invasion of Ukraine, say European evangelicals

The European Evangelical Alliance has condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Church leaders appeal for prayer after Russian invasion of Ukraine
Church leaders appeal for prayer after Russian invasion of Ukraine

Pope Francis spoke of the "great pain in my heart" as he declared 2 March - Ash Wednesday - a second day of prayer and fasting for Ukraine.

For clergy, Covid-19 has brought both burnout and breakthrough
For clergy, Covid-19 has brought both burnout and breakthrough

Some say they are exhausted. Some are thinking about quitting. Others, while they are weary and the future is uncertain, say the pandemic has also brought opportunities for ministry and growth.

Justin Bieber's new tour offers incentives for fans to do good, support nonprofits
Justin Bieber's new tour offers incentives for fans to do good, support nonprofits

"We are excited to have this opportunity to connect with the Justin Bieber fan base," said Pastor Mike McBride, Live Free's national director.

Christian singer who won the Golden Buzzer from Simon Cowell dies of cancer aged 31
Christian singer who won the Golden Buzzer from Simon Cowell dies of cancer aged 31

A talented Christian singer who captured hearts across America with her faith and courage in the face of terminal cancer has died aged 31.

Russia-Ukraine crisis threatens 'dark days' for Europe
Russia-Ukraine crisis threatens 'dark days' for Europe

The Bishop of Coventry has urged Britain to continue seeking diplomatic solutions to the Russia-Ukraine crisis.

Be mindful of the most vulnerable, says CofE as restrictions lift
Be mindful of the most vulnerable, says CofE as restrictions lift

Bishop Sarah Mullally said that "there may be good reason" for individuals and local churches to continue taking some measures despite legal restrictions lifting.

U.S. announces sanctions on Russia, vows to 'go further' if Putin continues Ukraine 'invasion'
U.S. announces sanctions on Russia, vows to 'go further' if Putin continues Ukraine 'invasion'

President Joe Biden has announced that sanctions to cut Russia off from Western financing will go into effect, promising to "go further" with measures if Russia continues what he called an "invasion" of Ukraine.

Hundreds of Catholic baptisms may be invalidated over incorrect 'formula'
Hundreds of Catholic baptisms may be invalidated over incorrect 'formula'

Nearly two years before thousands of Catholics learned earlier this month that their baptisms were invalidated because their priest said the wrong word during baptisms, hundreds of Catholics baptized at the St. Anastasia Roman Catholic Church in Michigan learned their baptisms were also deemed invalid.

Pastor Greg Locke defends deliverance ministry that chased 6 suspected witches from church
Pastor Greg Locke defends deliverance ministry that chased 6 suspected witches from church

Controversial Global Vision Bible Church leader Greg Locke defended the deliverance ministry of his Tennessee congregation

Credibility of pastors waning as influence of Christianity loses cultural dominance: study
Credibility of pastors waning as influence of Christianity loses cultural dominance: study

Fewer than half of American adults, including non-Christians, see pastors as "very reliable" when it comes to handling spiritual matters, and the share of pastors who believe the general public sees them that way is even lower, according to newly published data from Barna Research.