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Church of England transgender guidance: clergy can 'take it or leave it,' says Archbishop of Canterbury

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby tried to allay concerns about the Church of England's rededication guidance for trans-identified members by saying in a recent interview that it's not "a change of doctrine" and those opposed to it can "ignore it."

#NationalComplimentDay: Why it's not as easy as it sounds

The world is full of short-tempered people, angry at things they read or hear, or that their day hasn't gone well. What better way to spread a little sweetness and light?

What's wrong with Jordan Peterson? 12 Rules for Life, and why they aren't

Generally speaking, Peterson is loathed by liberals and loved by conservatives â including and especially Christian conservatives.

California State senator replaces male and female gender pronouns with 'they'

California State senator Hannah-Beth Jackson has replaced traditional male and female gender pronouns during judicial committee hearings with 'they'.

Archbishop of Canterbury apologises after Bishop Bell inquiry finds latest allegations unfounded

An investigation by ecclesiastical lawyer Timothy Briden has concluded that allegations against Bell were unfounded.

Male escort who thought he was gay finds he's straight after year of celibacy

A former male escort who claims to have slept with 150 men now says he is straight after going celibate for a year.

Indonesia frees Christian politician Ahok, jailed for blasphemy

'I am very thankful to God for allowing me to spend time in prison.'

In-tension-al faith: How God is for the journey as well as the moment

Living life Jesus-style is about both season and journey: the moment and the marathon. It commits to the long haul and the dramatic encounter.

ZImbabwe church leaders call for soldiers to be taken off the streets

Zimbabwe has been plunged into violence following demonstrations against economic mismanagement and the high price of petrol, now believed to be the most expensive in the world.

Venezuela's Christians urge prayer as crisis mounts

Venezuela's evangelicals have called for prayer amid the country's crisis as pressure mounts on President Maduro to step down from his position.

Pope, on trip to Panama, says fear of migrants makes people crazy

Immigration is expected to be one of the main themes of Francis's six-day trip.

New York state legalises abortion up to birth

After an intense debate for and against the proposal, the New York state Legislature passed a bill Tuesday that makes it legal for doctors and other health care professionals, such as midwives and physician assistants, to perform abortions up until birth in the state.