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Your calling is not what saves you
While we are continually reminded in church of the dangers of social media and our identities in Christ, we forget the very tendency to mimic this behaviour before the pulpit.
Police file New Zealand's first terrorism charge over mosque shootings
New Zealand police have charged the man accused of murder in shootings at two Christchurch mosques in March with engaging in a terrorist act, the first time such a charge had been brought in the country's history, they said on Tuesday.
Sadiq Khan is wrong about abortion clinic buffer zones, says pro-life group
Pro-lifers have expressed disappointment over the Mayor of London's support for buffer zones around abortion clinics.
European elections guide: what's actually on the ballot paper?
European elections in the UK are rarely about Europe. They are generally seen, by journalists, campaigners and public alike, as massive opinion polls.
Ireland's Catholic bishops in spirited plea ahead of the European elections
Given the potentially profound and far-reaching implications of Brexit for all citizens on this island, participating in the European elections this week, in an informed and conscientious way, has rarely been more important, say bishops
'I have always believed in miracles' - Yes, pray for Scott Morrison and this government
Australia's Prime Minister Scott Morison, an unashamed Christian who worships in a Sydney Pentecostal congregation, opened his victory speech with these words: "I have always believed in miracles."
UK Government criticised over asylum rejection for Pakistani Christian family
The Very Rev Susan Brown said she was "angered and exasperated" by the UK Government's treatment of people who are genuinely seeking refuge on British shores.
Former lesbian explains why she left same-sex relationship after going back to church
A woman who had a lesbian partner has opened up about why she ended the relationship after coming back to church four years ago.
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.