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World Evangelical Alliance challenges Turkey over expulsion of foreign Christians
In a statement to the 45th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, the WEA said 60 Protestant church members had been expelled or banned from Turkey.
Where is Raymond Koh?
Christians are being asked to sign a petition calling for justice for Raymond Koh, a Malaysian pastor who has not been seen since he was kidnapped off the streets three years ago.
The dangers of coronavirus 'are not over yet', Queen tells Church
The Queen spoke of "difficult" days in a letter to the Church of Scotland on the first day of its online General Assembly.
Salvation Army warns of homelessness crisis without long-term funding plan
The Salvation Army has warned of a homelessness crisis if the Government takes a "short-term approach" to spending on support services.
Northern Ireland's First Minister signals support for church security scheme
Research by CARE NI found that places of worship in Northern Ireland had been attacked over 600 times in just five years.
Christians asked to pray for Trump in hospital after testing positive for Covid-19
Christian leaders have been calling for prayer after Donald Trump was taken to hospital on Friday evening. The development comes after he and his wife Melania tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday.
Southern Baptists distance themselves from Trump's 'stand back and stand by' comments
Senior officers of the Southern Baptist Convention reaffirmed the denomination's repudiation of white supremacy as a "scheme of the devil" Wednesday after a controversial call by President Donald Trump to far-right activists to "stand back and stand by" during the presidential debate on Tuesday.
'The world is becoming more authoritarian and Christians are paying the price,' says Open Doors speaker
"The Covid-19 emergency has allowed populist and authoritarian heads of state to tighten their grip on power and crush dissenting voices," says Open Doors' Ron Boyd-MacMillan.
Extend free school meals to prevent 'harrowing' Christmas for families, says Archbishop
The Archbishop of Canterbury and Bishop of Durham are calling on the Government to expand free school meals over the school holidays as a growing number of families face hardship due to the pandemic.
Schools should cut ties with groups that promote 'harmful' gender stereotypes
The Christian Institute is urging schools to cut ties with groups that promote radical ideas around gender identity.
Scottish Government launches consultation on making DIY abortions permanent
The Scottish Government has launched a consultation on whether to extend temporary arrangements allowing for at-home abortions during the pandemic.
LifeWay halts legal action against former president Thom Rainer
LifeWay Christian Resources has suspended its lawsuit against former president Thom Rainer over an alleged breach of contract.
Most evangelicals ready to vote for Trump
Most evangelicals are planning to vote for Donald Trump on election day in November.
RZIM launches investigation into Ravi Zacharias sexual harassment claims
An independent investigation has been launched into claims that late apologist Ravi Zacharias sexually harassed massage therapists who worked at two spas he co-owned.
Christian Solidarity Worldwide challenges Marks & Spencer over Uighur slave labour
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has launched a letter-writing campaign asking Marks & Spencer to reassure shoppers that it does not use Uighur slave labour in the manufacture of its clothing.
St Jerome on a laptop: new mosaic celebrates enduring legacy of 4th century Bible translator
A stunning new artwork has been unveiled to mark 1,600 years since the death of Vulgate translator St Jerome.