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Gifts that aren't things: presents for your loved ones that won't end up at the back of a cupboard
It might be a heartwarming sight to see a pile of colourfully wrapped presents sitting snug under a twinkling Christmas tree. But post-celebrations, the resulting pile of goods can also sometimes leave us a little bit guilty.
Abbey apologises after review into shocking abuse
Caldey Abbey in Wales has apologised for historical child sex abuse perpetrated by a monk between the 1960s and 1990s.
'Duck Dynasty' star Phil Robertson diagnosed with Alzheimer's
"Duck Dynasty" star Phil Robertson is in the "early stages" of Alzheimer's and battling another blood-related disease that is "causing problems with his entire body," his family has revealed, sparking an outpouring of support on social media.
Christian school counsellor sues over sacking
A Christian social media influencer and school counsellor is suing her former employer after claiming she was sacked for expressing traditional beliefs about marriage.
Calls for end to 'pills by post' abortion scheme
There have been calls to end the 'pills by post' at-home abortion service after a man was jailed for using abortion pills acquired through the scheme to end a woman's pregnancy without her knowledge.
Dozens of Christians killed in Nigeria
Fulani herdsmen killed 48 Christians in central Nigeria's Benue state between Nov. 24 and Dec. 1, sources said.
Reflections on faith and family from the Old Testament and New Covenant
The Book of Genesis provides a foundational narrative not just for Christianity, but for humanity itself.
Kemi Badenoch criticises 'naive' church leaders in UK
UK Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has accused some church leaders of being "naive" in allowing asylum seekers to convert to Christianity as a way to exploit the UK's immigration system.
Christians in Syria face 'uncertain, perilous future'
Christians in Syria confront an uncertain and perilous future under the control of Islamist-led rebel forces, a human rights group has warned.
Notre-Dame reopens to the world
Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris has reopened with a dazzling ceremony and concert after a painstaking five-year restoration following a devastating fire in 2019.
Welby apologises for hurt caused by farewell Lords speech
The outgoing Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has apologised after his farewell speech in the House of Lords sparked anger from victims of abuse.
Archbishop of Canterbury accused of making light of safeguarding failings in Lords speech
The outgoing Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has come under fire over a speech to the House of Lords in his first public address since announcing his resignation under a storm of controversy last month.
Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi says Jesus message on rainbow armband 'speaks for itself'
Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi has addressed the controversy over his "Jesus loves you" message scrawled onto his rainbow armband.
Church of England parishes are 'in crisis'
The future of many Church of England parishes is in doubt as they struggle with crumbling buildings, declining attendance, and a fall in clergy numbers.
Church of England enjoys strong turnout at Christmas and Easter but attendance remains below pre-pandemic levels
Report author Dr Ken Eames said the latest statistics were likely to be a cause for "both optimism and concern".
Balm mentioned in the Bible rediscovered in 1,000-year-old seed grown into small tree
Horticulturists are celebrating the growth of a 1,000 year old "Tsori" seed, discovered nearly 30 years ago, which is believed to produce a balm resin mentioned several times in the Bible.