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13,000ft leap of faith for the Bishop of Lewes
The Bishop of Lewes took a literal leap of faith this week when he jumped out of a plane at 13,000ft in aid of church work in communities.
Fashion catwalk at cathedral is 'antithesis of Christian gospel'
The Queen's former chaplain, the Rev Dr Gavin Ashenden has criticised Southwark Cathedral for hosting a high profile fashion catwalk featuring scantily clad models.
Ten Commandments replaced with Xi Jinping quotes in Chinese churches
As China continues its religious crackdown, the authorities in part of central China have reportedly removed the Ten Commandments from churches and replaced them with quotes by President Xi Jinping.
Christian artists cannot be forced to make gay wedding invitations, court rules
The Arizona Supreme Court has found in favour of two Christian artists who were facing jail time and fines for refusing to design custom wedding invitations for same-sex couples.
Christian primary school taken over by the so-called Islamic State re-opens again
St Joseph's primary school in Qaraqosh was looted and destroyed by IS militants but is now a place of learning once again for 130 children.
'The power of God cannot be calculated by a number' - Kanye West preaches at Sunday Service
Sunday Service is an ever evolving Christian project led by Kanye West and on Sunday it developed a step further when the rapper interrupted the praise to preach to the congregation.
Remains of over 2,000 aborted babies found at former abortionist's home
Authorities in Illinois have found the preserved remains of over 2,000 aborted babies in the home of a former abortionist.
Free speech concerns for church pastors after California lawmakers pass pro-LGBT resolution
A resolution passed by the California Legislature has led to fears over the free speech rights of church pastors and other religious leaders when it comes to LGBT issues.
Vicar fears closure of iconic Birmingham Church unless £40,000 can be raised for urgent roof repairs
An iconic church in Birmingham is facing closure unless £40,000 can be raised to make urgent repairs to its roof.
Innovative new school programme to teach hundreds of children about Christianity
10 Must Know Bible Stories will teach Scottish school children about Noah's Ark, David and Goliath, and the parables of Jesus.
North Korean propaganda video accuses Christians of being 'spies'
A North Korean propaganda video obtained by Voice of the Martyrs portrays Christians as "religious fanatics" and spies" operating on behalf of the South Korean government.
Pastor Jarrid Wilson's wife shares the Bible verse that's speaking to her heart after his death
Juli Wilson shared a picture of the Bible passage that she is leaning on in the wake of her husband's suicide
Church of Scotland sues treasure hunter over share of £2m Viking hoard
A treasure hunter is being sued by the Church of Scotland following the discovery of a £2m Viking hoard on their land.
Finnish politician investigated after sharing Bible verse on social media says Christians can't stay silent
A Christian politician in Finland investigated by police after posting a Bible verse to social media has warned that the margins of religious freedom will only become "narrower" if Christians stop speaking out on controversial issues.
Next census will allow trans people to choose different sex from birth certificate
Trans people will be allowed to put down a different sex from the one stated on their birth certificate in the next census.
Mother's happiness is key to happy home, study finds
A mother's level of contentment has a far greater impact than the father's on the happiness of the whole family, a new study has found.