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Islamist militants take advantage of chaos in the Congo
The "Allied Democratic Forces" are not as friendly as they sound.
Ruto’s church plan sparks controversy over faith and state in Kenya
President William Ruto has unveiled plans to construct an enormous Christian church within the grounds of Kenya’s presidential residence in Nairobi - a move that has drawn both praise and fierce criticism, igniting a national debate on religion’s place in the public sphere.
Christians in West Bank targeted by Israeli settlers as violence intensifies
Violence by Israeli settlers is now at a 20 year high.
Päivi Räsänen may leave church over gay stance
Päivi Räsänen's denomination has opened up churches to same-sex weddings and blessings.
Christian nurse still suspended after using biologically accurate language
“I had to expose what was happening to me, and for that I have been severely punished and face losing my career.”
Historic letters from William Wilberforce discovered in University of Chester archives
A remarkable discovery has been made in the University of Chester’s archives: four early 19th-century letters, including two written by prominent abolitionist William Wilberforce, have been unearthed during an alumni archive project.
Holy Land Christians need support of global Church, says Archbishop of Jerusalem
"We need the wider body of Christ to help us to be the church in brutal and damaging times.”
EU Parliament passes resolution calling for protection of Christians in Syria
“This resolution marks an important step toward building international momentum to protect Christians and other religious minorities in Syria."
Hundreds gather for mass baptism at Bournemouth Beach during heatwave
At the weekend, amid a prolonged heatwave, 92 people were baptised in the sea beside Boscombe Pier in Bournemouth during a public ceremony attended by hundreds of people.
John MacArthur, respected pastor who defied Covid lockdowns, dies at 86
John MacArthur, the California-based Bible teacher, pastor and author known for his polarizing theological stances and defiance of Covid-19 lockdowns, has died at 86.
Church of England approves multi-million pound abuse redress scheme
The comprehensive redress scheme was approved by its parliamentary body, the General Synod, after four years of debate and discussion.
Church of England's parliament backs new law to support Armed Forces chaplains
On Saturday, as many were watching the men’s doubles players battle it out on Centre Court at Wimbledon, the General Synod of the Church of England sat down to discuss a Measure (or law) to regularise the ministry of Church of England’s Chaplains to the Armed Forces.
Church of England approves £1.6 billion funding package for next three years
The Church of England's parliamentary body has approved a spending package for the next three years to the tune of £1.6 billion.
Low birth rate and soaring abortions are a sign of 'cultural rot', says pro-life group
In some parts of the country, nearly half of pregnancies end in abortion
Pentecostal Church demolished by Sudanese forces
It's not the first time a church has been targeted in Sudan
Priests demand probe after arson at ancient church in West Bank's last remaining Christian town
Priests in the last remaining Christian town in the West Bank have called for an "immediate and transparent investigation" following a series of alleged attacks by Jewish settlers in Taybeh.