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'Words cannot convey our distress': New Zealand church leaders respond to mosque killings
'No religious organisation or group deserves to be the target of someone's hate â regardless of beliefs.'
At least 49 killed, 20 seriously wounded in New Zealand mosque shootings
Police commissioner Mike Bush said 49 people had been killed at two mosques and one man in his late 20s charged with murder.
Head of Hong Kong Christian Council resigns following allegations of improper behaviour
The General Secretary of the Hong Kong Christian Council, who last year vowed to stamp out sexual harassment from the city's churches, has stepped down after being accused of making improper advances.
As the war in Syria enters its 9th year, what will it take to heal the wounds?
The humanitarian cost of this fruitless war is immense, with nearly 12 million Syrians either refugees in other countries or internally displaced in Syria itself.
Why do men abuse women? It's probably not what you think
Gender justice specialist Natalie Collins has written 'Out of Control: Couples, Conflict and the Capacity for Change' to guide Christians through issues of domestic abuse.
Evangelical Church in Austria paves the way for same-sex marriage blessings
The General Synod of the Evangelical Church in Austria has voted in favour of allowing blessings for same-sex unions.
How North Korea's food shortages are stunting children's growth
The economy has been badly damaged by years of mismanagement and international sanctions aimed at putting pressure on the country over its nuclear ambitions.
Church elder donated her kidney to a stranger in need - now they share an unbreakable bond
Margaret Jackson and Maureen Jack look like two ordinary women but they were strangers until a life-changing act of generosity a few years ago forged not only a close friendship, but a unique bond.
Billy Graham's daughter says prayers have carried her through breast cancer battle
Evangelist Anne Graham Lotz has told supporters that 'most' of her battle with cancer is already won as she thanked them for their prayers over the course of her treatment.
British parliament to vote on Brexit delay, PM seeks to revive her deal
Key to May's plan will be an attempt to persuade the most pro-Brexit MPs to reverse their opposition to her deal.
Archbishop of Canterbury warns British Christians against cultural imperialism
British Christians need to be sensitive to their country's colonial past and how this might affect their witness in communities that once belonged to the Empire, the Archbishop of Canterbury has said.
Spring Statement is a 'missed opportunity', says Trussell Trust
Christian food bank charity The Trussell Trust has said the Chancellor's Spring Statement will not end austerity as it called on the Government to make eradicating poverty and hunger in the UK a greater priority.
Katy Perry sings church songs with Christian 'American Idol' contestant
"American Idol" judge Katy Perry tapped into her Christian singing roots on the competition Sunday, joining high school senior Drake McCain as he praised God with two classic gospel numbers.
More Catholics considering leaving the Church over sexual abuse scandal
A growing number of Catholics are now questioning their commitment to the Church in the wake of the recent sexual abuse scandal involving young people and priests, a new Gallup poll has found.
Calls for action after research reveals higher risk of suicide among gambling addicts
Gambling addicts are 15 times more likely to commit suicide, new research has revealed, prompting calls for the Government to intervene.
Police investigate attack on pro-life vigil in Manchester
Police are investigating after a passer-by disrupted a pro-life vigil outside an abortion clinic in Manchester, sending their deckchair and leaflets flying.