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Can we make our Easter more ethical?
The Ivory Coast supplies around 40% of the world's cocoa and yet over half of the country's cocoa farmers live below the poverty line. Tearfund ambassador Will Torrent wants that to change. The key, however, lies in the hands of consumers.
Chancellor's Budget prompts concerns over inequality and vital services
Mark Russell, Chief Executive of The Children's Society, welcomed the extra support for local authorities in light of the coronavirus outbreak but warned that more needs to be done to support struggling councils and protect children's services.
Vatican closes St Peter's Square and Basilica to tourists
During his livestreamed General Audience, the Pope thanked "men and women of goodwill who are praying - united together, no matter the religious tradition to which they belong".
Rowan Williams joins call for prayer and action on climate change
The former Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, led prayers at a climate change protest in front of the Houses of Parliament on Wednesday ahead of a major UN summit taking place in Glasgow later this year.
Worship artist Jeremy Camp says loss of first wife to cancer was 'hardest part' of his life
"I Still Believe", the romantic movie based on Jeremy Camp and his late first wife Melissa, opens in US cinemas this Friday, but the worship artist admits it's brought back lots of painful memories.
New Christian coalition launched to support the bereaved
A new coalition of Christian organisations has been launched to support churches of all denominations in caring for the bereaved.
Archbishops tell churches to be prepared for 'all reasonable eventualities' in updated coronavirus guidance
Church of England clergy are to suspend the use of the shared chalice during Communion and encourage worshippers not to shake hands during the Sign of the Peace under revised coronavirus guidelines.
Christian MP Nadine Dorries diagnosed with coronavirus
Dorries, a Christian, said on Twitter that it had been "pretty rubbish".
Mike Pence prays with coronavirus task force for God's help; Liberals and atheists mock
U.S. Vice President Mike Pence has been mocked by liberals after the White House released a photo of him in his White House office leading a prayer before commencing a meeting with his coronavirus task force.
Coronavirus outbreak is an opportunity for proclaiming the Gospel, says Harvest Pastor Greg Laurie
Harvest Pastor Greg Laurie said the fear of the virus may be worse than the virus itself.
Glasgow Archdiocese cancels Lent festival over coronavirus concerns
The Archdiocese of Glasgow has cancelled its Lenten arts festival over concerns about the coronavirus outbreak.
Ex-trans woman says doctor played down impact of medical transition
A woman who transitioned to become a man before returning to her biological sex has spoken of the "lie" she was told by a doctor about the gender reassignment process.
The Dean's Beans: Blackburn Cathedral launches its own range of tea and coffee
When Blackburn Cathedral launched its own gin two years ago, it started turning a profit in just six months. Now it's hoping to repeat that success with its new tea and coffee blends.
Church coronavirus risk still 'very low', says science chief
The Government's Chief Scientific Adviser has said that older people can continue to attend church as normal for now.
Pope livestreams Mass for people with coronavirus
Pope Francis is utilising live broadcasts to reach people affected by the coronavirus, including the vulnerable and medical workers on the frontline of the fight against the outbreak.
Four Willow Creek summit staffers have coronavirus
Four people involved with the Willow Creek Leadership Summit in Germany last month are now confirmed to have coronavirus.