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Congo priest abducted after Easter mass
Congo priest abducted after Easter mass

Kidnappers in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are demanding US $500,000 for the release of a Catholic priest abducted just after he had celebrated mass on Easter Day.

Martin Luther King anniversary: US faith leaders unite for historic Washington march
Martin Luther King anniversary: US faith leaders unite for historic Washington march

Today will see one of the largest gatherings of US faith leaders since 1963's March on Washington, with this year's End to Racism rally marking 50 years since Martin Luther King Jr's assassination.

Beijing insists on control over religion, dampening chances of China-Vatican deal
Beijing insists on control over religion, dampening chances of China-Vatican deal

There is no religion above the state, a Chinese official has said, dampening hopes of an imminent deal between Beijing and the Vatican over the appointment of bishops.

'Love is love': Adele got ordained to marry comedian Alan Carr
'Love is love': Adele got ordained to marry comedian Alan Carr

The pop star Adele has revealed she got ordained so she could officiate over the wedding of comedian Alan Carr to his now husband.

Why does God allow suffering and evil in this world?

"Why does God allow suffering and evil?" is the most common question you'll hear from an unbeliever or someone who questions his/her faith. As Christians, we've also wondered the same thing, but our faith is stronger than our doubts and we believe there is a reason for this. Here are the possible answers.

Simple tips that can help people eat healthier
Simple tips that can help people eat healthier

It's hard enough to convince oneself to go on a diet, and it's even harder to maintain that diet. However, dietitians and nutritionists believe the secret to eating healthier is as simple as making good food more accessible.

India's Dalits protest as laws protecting them are rolled back
India's Dalits protest as laws protecting them are rolled back

A ruling by India's Supreme Court that threatens to reduce protection for its marginalised Dalit people could be overturned after the court agreed to hear an appeal.

#PunishAMuslimDay: 3 of the best responses
#PunishAMuslimDay: 3 of the best responses

Communities around the UK are united to combat what was dubbed as 'Punish a Muslim' day on April 3.

The Christian who made a covenant in blood with God: 8 quotes from Gerhard Tersteegen
The Christian who made a covenant in blood with God: 8 quotes from Gerhard Tersteegen

Gerhard Tersteegen, who died on this day in 1769, was a spiritual writer and speaker who wore himself out in the service of God.

Pope Francis could still visit Northern Ireland, archbishop suggests
Pope Francis could still visit Northern Ireland, archbishop suggests

Pope Francis could still visit Northern Ireland, despite a stop not part of his scheduled itinerary in August, Irish bishops have suggested.

Martin Luther King's last sermon: 'I've seen the promised land'
Martin Luther King's last sermon: 'I've seen the promised land'

Today, April 3, is the anniversary of the last sermon he ever preached. It was at the the Mason Temple, the World Headquarters of the Church of God in Christ in Memphis.

Bill Hybels controversy: Willow Creek women 'must not be silenced', says John Ortberg
Bill Hybels controversy: Willow Creek women 'must not be silenced', says John Ortberg

John Ortberg, the former Willow Creek pastor who accused church leaders of failures over allegations senior pastor Bill Hybels had behaved inappropriately with women, has said the women concerned 'must not be silenced'.

Archbishop of Uganda distances Church from Anglican MP defending domestic violence
Archbishop of Uganda distances Church from Anglican MP defending domestic violence

The archbishop of Uganda has distanced himself from an Anglican MP who defended men beating their wives.

Frank Page resignation: 'No legal impropriety' suspected, Southern Baptists told
Frank Page resignation: 'No legal impropriety' suspected, Southern Baptists told

A special meeting of the executive committee of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) has been called to consider the resignation of former president Frank Page last month.

 Labour's antisemitism row: Corbyn criticised for attending left-wing Jewish Passover
Labour's antisemitism row: Corbyn criticised for attending left-wing Jewish Passover

Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has been criticised for sharing a Passover meal with a radical left-wing Jewish group which is strongly opposed to mainstream Jewish groups and the state of Israel.