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Former Pope Benedict XVI writes that he is 'on a pilgrimage Home'
Former Pope Benedict XVI writes that he is 'on a pilgrimage Home'

The former pope Benedict XVI has said that he is 'on a pilgrimage Home' in a letter to an Italian newspaper in which he said this was the 'final period of my life'.

Church of England panel to promote 'mutual flourishing' over women bishops
Church of England panel to promote 'mutual flourishing' over women bishops

The Archbishops of Canterbury and York are calling on parishes to recommit to a 2014 agreement that allowed for women bishops but also promised to allow traditionalists who oppose female ordination to 'flourish'.

Church investors join campaign to enforce gender diversity in major companies
Church investors join campaign to enforce gender diversity in major companies

The Church Investors Group (CIG), whose 61 members have around $17 billion invested between them, has told businesses they must appoint more female board members.

Former child slave rescued by Durham vicar fights 'grotesque' deportation decision
Former child slave rescued by Durham vicar fights 'grotesque' deportation decision

A child slave and forced-cannabis farmer who was trafficked into the UK at aged 10 is pleading for a stay on his deportation to Vietnam by the British government. He has the backing of the vicar and family who rescued and raised him three years ago, as well as the support of more than 119,000 in an online petition.

Rachael Denhollander reignites Sovereign Grace Church controversy
Rachael Denhollander reignites Sovereign Grace Church controversy

Rachael Denhollander, the former US gymnast who was the first to bring accusations of abuse against the disgraced Larry Nassar, has hit back at Sovereign Grace Church (SGC) after the evangelical outfit denied allegations of abuse cover-up.

UK government blamed for failing to tackle North Korea's persecution of Christians
UK government blamed for failing to tackle North Korea's persecution of Christians

The UK government must shoulder some of the blame for not tackling ongoing human rights abuses in North Korea, a British peer has said.

Archbishop of Canterbury says George Bell's accuser is as important as late bishop's reputation
Archbishop of Canterbury says George Bell's accuser is as important as late bishop's reputation

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has said that the woman who alleged that Bishop George Bell abused her should be 'treated equally importantly' as the reputation of the late bishop, and that she is 'not an inconvenience to be overlooked'.

Is Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles a Christian, have faith in Jesus Christ?
Is Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles a Christian, have faith in Jesus Christ?

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles professed his Christian faith long before leading his team to victory at Super Bowl LII on Sunday night. Here are some of the most prominent faith-filled moments on the road to the 29-year-old's rise to superstardom on the big Super Bowl stage.

3 things that distinguish the diligent from the lazy
3 things that distinguish the diligent from the lazy

Laziness will always lead to poverty, most especially financially. Many lazy people don't wonder why they're poor, and don't even work to improve their own situations. Apparently, they'd rather sleep when they should be working, and rest when it's time to plow the ground.

One Biblical piece of advice to those who've tried in many things but failed
One Biblical piece of advice to those who've tried in many things but failed

Oftentimes we people fail to see God's purposes for our failures. We try and try, and yet we keep failing. We push ourselves harder, thinking that if we do better we just might succeed someday. Still we keep failing.

3 things Christians must remember when sharing the Gospel to unbelievers
3 things Christians must remember when sharing the Gospel to unbelievers

The Lord Jesus Christ commanded all who would believe in and follow Him to preach the Gospel to all men and make disciples of those who would believe in Him.

How important is the Sabbath? 3 reasons
How important is the Sabbath? 3 reasons

The Sabbath is a very important day for us to observe, not only for religious reasons but for practical reasons as well.

Who is the prophetess Anna and what can we learn from her?
Who is the prophetess Anna and what can we learn from her?

Anna's story is remarkable in that it gives us powerful insight into the life of a person dedicated to seeking God.

What can we learn from Luke 2:51 when Mary and Joseph found the young Jesus?
What can we learn from Luke 2:51 when Mary and Joseph found the young Jesus?

Many Christians today, passionate as they are to "serve God," fail to realize that it's God's will for us to honor our parents and for us to take care of our families. Young Christians also, in their "passion for ministry," fail to submit themselves to their parents in obedience to God.

Super Bowl winning quarterbacks Nick Foles, Carson Wentz hold private prayer after Philadelphia Eagles historic win
Super Bowl winning quarterbacks Nick Foles, Carson Wentz hold private prayer after Philadelphia Eagles historic win

Philadelphia Eagles quarterbacks Nick Foles, Carson Wentz and Nate Sudfeld took time away from Super Bowl LII celebrations to pray with their tight end, Zach Ertz, after the big game Sunday night.