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What is Pentecost Sunday and why do churches mark it?
Pentecost is often called the birthday of the Church but why is that? This is the story …
Scottish campaigner arrested in Brussels for holding gender critical sign
A Scottish Christian woman was arrested in Brussels on Thursday for holding a sign that said "Children are never born in the wrong body".
Martyn Snow steps down as LLF lead bishop
The Lead Bishop for the Church of England's Living in Love and Faith process (LLF) has announced he is stepping down.
Old Testament scholar Walter Brueggemann dies aged 92
Walter Brueggemann, one of the most revered biblical scholars of the modern era and a prophetic voice in American theology, has died at the age of 92.
MPs line up to speak out against extreme abortion up to birth amendments
Antoniazzi’s amendment would mean that “for the purposes of the law related to abortion… no offence is committed by a woman acting in relation to her own pregnancy”.
Tom Holland appointed Canon Historian at Salisbury Cathedral
Holland previously identified as an atheist.
Pope urges Putin to make a gesture towards peace with Ukraine
The call centred on the current conflict with Ukraine.
Hundreds of church-led projects are transforming Bristol
Churches across Bristol are playing a significant and growing role in tackling social issues, with more than 420 active church-led projects supporting vulnerable residents, according to a new report.
John Lennox warns of dangers of AI in the wrong hands
Christian apologist and Oxford mathematician, John Lennox, has warned of the possible danger of AI technology being used to create a totalitarian society.
Belfast ‘March for Jesus’ 2025 parade called off over safety concerns
A major Christian event – March for Jesus - scheduled for Saturday June 7, in Belfast has been called off as a result of unresolved safety and logistical issues, sparking disappointment among supporters and organisers alike.
Divorce leaves lasting scars on children, major new study finds
Using sibling comparisons, the study found that the younger the child at the time of divorce, the more pronounced the negative effects compared to their older siblings.
Trump admin has no plans to celebrate Pride Month
Donald Trump’s administration has said that it will not be celebrating Pride Month.
Christians struggling in war-hit Lebanon
Six months after the ceasefire, conditions are still tough.
Babylon Bee sues Hawaii over anti-satire law
The satirical news website, Babylon Bee, is suing the state of Hawaii over a new law that could be used to censor online content, including satire and parody.
Newsboys respond to sexual assault allegations against Michael Tait
Christian rock band Newsboys issued a strongly worded statement in response to explosive allegations of sexual misconduct and drug abuse against their former frontman, Michael Tait, calling the revelations “devastating” and urging any victims to come forward.
Poll reveals strong public backing for crackdown on online ‘pimping sites’
A significant majority of UK adults support banning websites that promote the sale of sex - bolstering calls for legal reform to tackle online exploitation.