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Chief Rabbi says religious parents should be free to raise their children according to their beliefs
The Chief Rabbi has criticised humanists for their repeated campaigns against faith schools, saying that they are "in effect campaigning against my freedom to raise my children in accordance with the tenets of my faith".

'Systematic campaign' against Christians in Algeria as authorities close churches
Open Doors fears that a "systematic campaign" against Christians is underway in Algeria following the closure of a church and harassment towards believers.

Islamic extremists tell Christians to convert or leave
Thousands of Christians have fled their homes this month and are seeking shelter after they were given the choice to either flee or convert by Islamic extremists.

Who is the antichrist? It may not be what we think
It is curious to watch each generation "guess" the identity of the antichrist.

Muslim convert to Christianity says Jesus appeared to him every night for weeks
"A man wearing all white knocked at my door every night and I couldn't look at him because his face was so shiny and bright."
Worldwide climate strikes are 'prophetic', says Christian Aid
The climate strikes sweeping the globe are a "prophetic movement", Christian Aid has said.

We're increasingly bombarded with choices â and it's stressing us out
When we're presented with more choices, making the "right" or "correct" decision begins to feel more crucial and, at the same time, more unattainable.

Four signs you have high emotional intelligence
Improved emotional intelligence can be very useful in all sorts of circumstances â be it in work, at home, in school, or even when you're just socialising with your friends.

A balancing act: security vs openness at churches
How churches weigh the need for physical security against the call to be welcoming.

Episcopal bishop to go before hearing panel for refusing to allow same-sex marriage in his diocese
An Episcopal bishop in the US who was subjected to disciplinary measures for refusing to allow same-sex marriage ceremonies in his diocese has welcomed the opportunity to argue his case before a hearing panel.

New lay ministers encouraged to be "lifelong learners" of Christian faith amid "challenging times"
The Rev Canon Doug Chaplin encouraged 40 new lay ministers to regularly study the Bible and be "lifelong learners" of what it means to live in Christ's image during a special service at Worcester Cathedral.

Abortions fall to their lowest levels since 1973
The number of women having an abortion in the US has fallen to its lowest levels since it was decriminalised by Roe vs Wade in 1973, according to a new report.

Wheaton college students sue city of Chicago after being stopped from evangelising
Four student evangelists from Wheaton College in Illinois are suing Chicago city over a set of rules that they say are restricting their freedom of speech and religion at a popular park.

Brother of abducted priest has't given up hope of his return
The brother of a priest who was abducted a year ago in Niger has not given up hope that he will be set free.

Scottish Government's U-turn on named person scheme welcomed by Christian groups
The Scottish Government has dropped controversial plans to appoint a state guardian for every child in Scotland following fierce opposition from Christians, among others.

Evangelicals challenge Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission over abortion stance
Evangelicals in Northern Ireland have criticised the Human Rights Commission for failing to stop radical new abortion laws coming into effect next month.