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Churches make national call to prayer for coronavirus pandemic
All churches and people of prayer are being invited to join in a national day of prayer and action on Mothering Sunday, which in the UK falls this weekend on March 22.
The vulnerable must not feel 'abandoned' because of coronavirus, say Church leaders
Church of Ireland leaders are calling on parishes across the island to ensure that the lonely and vulnerable in their communities are not left feeling "abandoned" in the wake of increasing social distancing measures.
Government unveils £1.6m in funding to make places of worship more secure
The funding is being made available to help places of worship pay for installing security equipment like CCTV cameras and lighting.
Mothers slam 'disgusting' 'Let's make Down syndrome extinct' T-shirts
Mothers have slammed Amazon over a 'Let's make Down syndrome extinct' T-shirt they found for sale on the online retailer.
Pray, care, communicate - Evangelical Alliance offers coronavirus advice for churches
The Evangelical Alliance is asking churches to care for the vulnerable and be innovative in how they operate during the coronavirus outbreak.
More churches move online as coronavirus spreads
"We're thankful for technology that allows us to host church online and stay connected as a community during this time," said Bethel Church.
Televangelist claims he healed viewers of coronavirus through their TV screens
Televangelist Kenneth Copeland has declared that he has healed viewers of his TV show of coronavirus.
Scottish MSP urges Government to halt gender reform plans
A consultation on changes to the Gender Recognition Act 2004 is due to close this week.
Serving Jesus and others from a wheelchair
Life is different when you're in a wheelchair, so I have different needs. Likewise, I have different skill sets that I can use to bless others, if people allow me to.
Court ruling against gender neutral passports welcomed
The Christian Institute welcomed the verdict, saying it would be a "serious mistake" to introduce gender neutral passports.
Spring Harvest is still on for now
The organisers of Spring Harvest, one of the UK's biggest annual Christian conferences, have said they are still planning for the event to go ahead despite the coronavirus outbreak.
Trump declares National Day of Prayer for 'protection & strength' amid Coronavirus crisis
Donald Trump has announced that Sunday 15 March will be a National Day of Prayer in the United States amid the coronavirus health crisis.
Nigeria has become a 'killing field of defenceless Christians' - report
At least 350 Christians have been killed in Nigeria since the start of 2020, according a new report.
Coronavirus is an 'unprecedented challenge' for food banks
Trussell Trust's food banks are run by volunteers and rely on food donations from members of the public, both of which stand to be affected by social distancing measures put in place to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
Ringside baptisms for boxers who came to faith through church's boxing club
To the familiar tones of Michael Buffer's iconic 'Let's get ready to rumble' introduction and Stormzy soundtrack, five young boxers put down their gloves and rather than knock out their opponents, laid down and surrendered their lives to Jesus.
First female bishop in the Anglican Communion dies aged 89
The first woman to be consecrated a bishop in the Anglican Communion has passed away aged 89.