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Archbishop of York asks people to pray ahead of Commons vote on Brexit deal
The Archbishop of York is inviting people to join him in a round the clock prayer vigil as MPs prepare to cast their votes on the Government's Brexit deal.
European church leaders call for 'respect and compassion' towards refugees
Dozens of church leaders have signed a joint statement calling for the European Union to 'cherish the dignity' of refugees.
Elementary School principal tells teachers not to use Christmas decorations or sing carols in classroom
A school district in Nebraska has clarified that a principal's recent directives to teachers effectively banning all Christmas and other religious holiday symbols violate school board policy.
Terrorist attack fatalities down by 44 per cent since 2014
The number of people killed in terror attacks worldwide has decreased by 44 percent since 2014, yet terrorism remains widespread and is even getting worse in some regions, according to The Global Terrorism Index for 2018 released on Wednesday by the Institute for Economics and Peace.
Christian charity under fire for telling school children Santa isn't real
A Christian charity has been criticised after a volunteer reportedly reduced young school children to tears after telling them Santa Claus is not real.
Law professor 'scared' for her safety after speaking out on gender self-identification
An academic at the University of Reading says she has received rape and death threats from trans rights activists over her opposition to gender self-identification.
Local council considers dropping free bus transport for faith school kids
Children who attend faith schools in the Stockport area may soon lose their free bus passes if the local council pushes through with proposed changes to eligibility.
Transgender woman among the favourites to win Miss Universe
Bookmakers are slashing the odds on a transgender contestant to lift the tiara at this year's Miss Universe contest.
Christians asked to share their experience of life as a believer in the UK
The consultation asks UK Christians about whether they have experienced any hate crimes or hostility for their faith
Facebook blocks festive image of Santa Claus kneeling before baby Jesus
Facebook has been accused of censoring an image of Santa Claus kneeling before the baby Jesus after it was blocked on the social media platform.
Campaign for new Brexit referendum gathers pace
After losing the most contentious referendum in British history, James McGrory went for a drink in The Hope pub near London's medieval meat market. Amid butchers in bloodied coats, his dream of reversing Brexit seemed hopeless.
Brazil's President-elect names evangelical pastor to head new ministry of Women, Family and Human Rights
Damares Alves, a lawyer, preacher and congressional aide, is a staunch opponent of legalizing abortion, which is allowed only in cases of rape, anencephaly or when the mother's life is in danger.
Matthew's Gospel: Christmas with the whole family
One of my favourite comedians, the Northerner Peter Kay, describes what happens when families come together for Christmas.
Rare New Testament in English sells to private collector for £37,500
A rare copy of one of the first New Testaments to be published in English has sold to a private collector for the equivalent of nearly $48,000.
Robert Jeffress defends Donald Trump for not reciting the Apostles' Creed at George H W Bush funeral
Texas megachurch pastor and longtime Donald Trump supporter Robert Jeffress has defended the president amid criticism over his not reciting the Apostles' Creed during the funeral of former president George H.W. Bush.
Ban on TV sports betting ads is 'sensible move', says CARE
Christian advocacy group CARE has welcomed the decision by gambling firms to ban adverts during TV sports broadcasts.