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Archbishop, comedian Miranda Hart get behind mental health app
Archbishop, comedian Miranda Hart get behind mental health app

The Archbishop of Canterbury and comedian Miranda Hart have endorsed a new mental health app that helps to build a support network around people who may be struggling.

Family move into caravan in their front garden to enjoy full Christian festival experience
Family move into caravan in their front garden to enjoy full Christian festival experience

One family in Aylesbury decided to go the extra step to enjoy Spring Harvest's online conference by moving into a caravan parked in their front garden for the week.

Vicar bikes around neighbourhood with mic and loudspeakers to share Gospel during lockdown
Vicar bikes around neighbourhood with mic and loudspeakers to share Gospel during lockdown

A London vicar is biking around his neighbourhood with a microphone and loudspeakers to bring mobile church services to people confined to their homes because of the coronavirus lockdown.

Over 50,000 people sign petition calling for National Day of Prayer over coronavirus
Over 50,000 people sign petition calling for National Day of Prayer over coronavirus

Over 50,000 people have signed a petition asking Boris Johnson to call the nation to prayer in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Cardinal George Pell facing fresh allegation of child abuse - report
Cardinal George Pell facing fresh allegation of child abuse - report

An Australian newspaper has claimed that police are investigating Cardinal George Pell over a fresh allegation of child sexual abuse.

Andrea Bocelli says he wanted stirring Easter Sunday concert to be 'only a prayer' and not an exhibition
Andrea Bocelli says he wanted stirring Easter Sunday concert to be 'only a prayer' and not an exhibition

The classical singer said he wanted his viral concert from the Duomo cathedral in Milan to be "only a prayer".

Churches should obey those in authority, says Franklin Graham
Churches should obey those in authority, says Franklin Graham

Franklin Graham has waded into the row over whether churches should be forced to close because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Chancellor called to cancel poorest countries' debt during coronavirus pandemic
Chancellor called to cancel poorest countries' debt during coronavirus pandemic

Chancellor Rishi Sunak is being urged to cancel debt repayments by the world's poorest countries during the coronavirus pandemic.

Looting fears prompt churches to move treasures to Tower of London
Looting fears prompt churches to move treasures to Tower of London

Precious objects from London churches have been moved to the Tower of London for safekeeping during the coronavirus lockdown.

Pastor and 10-year-old churchgoer killed in attack on Christians
Pastor and 10-year-old churchgoer killed in attack on Christians

Matthew Tagwai, 34, leaves behind his pregnant wife and two children.

Pakistani Christians refused Covid-19 aid because of faith
Pakistani Christians refused Covid-19 aid because of faith

Some Christians in Pakistan have reported being refused aid because of their faith.

Edinburgh church's digital services reach thousands more during lockdown
Edinburgh church's digital services reach thousands more during lockdown

The number of people joining an Edinburgh church's services has swelled during the lockdown.

Closure of churches is 'guidance, not instruction' - Archbishop
Closure of churches is 'guidance, not instruction' - Archbishop

The Archbishop of Canterbury has responded to criticism over a request for churches to stay closed during the coronavirus pandemic.

Andrea Bocelli brings 'love, healing and hope' with live Easter concert from Duomo di Milano
Andrea Bocelli brings 'love, healing and hope' with live Easter concert from Duomo di Milano

The opera singer cut a lonely figure as he sang Amazing Grace and other Christian songs from the empty Duomo di Milano.

Graphic sex-ed policy that encouraged self-stimulation withdrawn after threat of legal action
Graphic sex-ed policy that encouraged self-stimulation withdrawn after threat of legal action

The shocking policy told children aged six to seven that self-stimulation was "really very normal" and said that gender identity "can be best understood as a spectrum".

President Trump Easter Message: The light of Christ will always triumph because He has defeated death
President Trump Easter Message: The light of Christ will always triumph because He has defeated death

No matter the circumstances, we will always celebrate Easter as a time of rejuvenation, rebirth, and a renewed sense of purpose and faith. The coronavirus will not stop Easter. Even in the darkest hours, God's abundant love and mercy are unwavering.