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Killing of community leaders in Colombia has reached 'unprecedented' levels
Belisario Arciniegas GarcÃa, a community leader in Micoahumado, is the latest victim in a string of killings targeting community leaders championing peace and human rights in Colombia.
Church of Scotland installs new Moderator Colin Sinclair
The Edinburgh-based minister with a passion for Scripture Union was installed as the Church of Scotland's new Moderator on the first day of General Assembly 2019
Israel Folau won't appeal sacking over 'hell awaits' Instagram post
Australian rugby star Israel Folau has decided against appealing the termination of his contract over an Instagram post that told gay people among others that "hell awaits" if they did not repent.
Church of England has 'failed' abuse survivors, say bishops
The failure of the Church of England to be a safe place for victims of abuse is a source of shame, bishops in the Church of England have said.
Archbishop of Canterbury interviews Pope Francis for Thy Kingdom Come
Justin Welby has become the first Archbishop of Canterbury to interview a pope in a symbol of the warm relationship shared by the two Church leaders.
New Anglican diocese created in New Zealand as wider Province moves towards same-sex blessings
The establishment of the Church of Confessing Anglicans Aotearoa/New Zealand follows the passing of a resolution by the Synod of the Anglican Church of Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia paving the way for churches in the province to bless same sex relationships.
Lincoln Diocese says its focus is on abuse victims and survivors after bishop's suspension
The Diocese of Lincoln has said it is committed to safeguarding following the suspension of Bishop Christopher Lowson by the Archbishop of Canterbury.
Christians are big on relationships but weak on discipleship and evangelism, study finds
Churchgoers are keen to talk with other people about their faith but struggle to have evangelistic conversations in practice, a new study has shown.
European elections: a beginner's guide to the vote
The European Parliament elections are not unlike cricket. Both can last for quite a few days and it can be pretty hard to understand the rules. This year's European elections take place between May 23 and 26 and different countries vote on different days.
Israel Folau sacked over 'hell awaits' Instagram post
Israel Folau's contract has been terminated after an independent panel ruled that Rugby Australia was right to let him go over a social media post in which he said "hell awaits" gay people.
In Mexico, children are missing out on education because of religious discrimination
Alma, 17, hasn't been able to enrol in school ever since her family was forcibly displaced from their village in December 2017.
Diocese of Egypt opens up documents dating back to early 1800s for public access
Scholars, researchers and members of the public interested in researching Egyptian history will now be able to access a treasure trove of church documents dating back to the early 1800s.
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey defends abortion ban
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey is standing by an abortion ban passed by state lawmakers this week.
Bishop of Lincoln suspended by the Archbishop of Canterbury
The Archbishop of Canterbury has suspended the Bishop of Lincoln, the Rt Rev Christopher Lowson from office "following information provided by the police".
Former magistrate challenges sacking after saying adopted children were best placed with a mother and father
A former magistrate has challenged his removal from the judiciary after saying that it was best for adopted children to be placed in families headed by a mother and father.
Contactless payment systems rolled out across Church of Scotland
When the collection plate is passed around in Scottish churches, worshippers will increasingly have the option of donating with their plastic instead of scrabbling around for some spare change.