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'Heartfelt and sober apology' over behaviour of Pioneer founder Gerald Coates
The Pioneer church network has issued a "heartfelt and sober apology" after an independent review concluded that late founder Gerald Coates' behaviour had fallen "significantly short of expected standards at the time".
Christian politician facing trial again for Bible tweet submits defence to Finland's Supreme Court
Finnish Christian parliamentarian Päivi Räsänen has submitted her defence to Finland's Supreme Court after being taken to trial a third time for tweeting a Bible verse half a decade ago in opposition to homosexuality.
A priest's kidnapping in South Sudan heightens fear among clergy in the country
Dozens of church leaders have been kidnapped or killed by government soldiers or rebel fighters in the decade since the civil war began.
Calls for prayer ahead of general election
Christians are being asked to pray as the nation prepares to go to the polls on 4 July.
Fund free debt advice to help people survive cost of living crisis, says charity
Christians Against Poverty is calling for an increase in funding for free debt advice to stop more households falling into crippling debt after two years of high living costs.
International community urged to act after death of Eritrean church leader in prison
Appeals have been made to the international community to put pressure on Eritrea to uphold religious liberty after the death of a church leader in prison.
IHOPKC's Forerunner Church closes with final service amid Mike Bickle scandal
International House of Prayer Kansas City continues to unravel amid founder Mike Bickle's sex scandal as its Forerunner Church held a final service in the fellowship of about 1,000 worshippers Sunday, leaving some in tears.
Elvis Presley's Bible with handwritten notes to be auctioned
The Bible is filled with bookmarked and underlined passages that held special meaning for the 'Blue Suede Shoes' singer.
Pro-life groups relieved after Sunak calls snap general election
Pro-life groups say it is good news that Rishi Sunak has called a snap General Election for 4 July as it means that the Criminal Justice Bill and extreme abortion amendments tabled by MPs are "very unlikely to survive".
Majority of Scots have 'no religion', Census reveals
New data has been published in Scotland revealing for the first time that a majority of people in the country do not have a religion.
Former Anglican bishop deposed over 'inappropriate relationships with women'
A former bishop of the Anglican Church in North America has been removed from ministry after being found guilty in a church court of multiple charges, including "inappropriate relationships with women."
Church of England spending millions to attract more young people
The Church of England is spending millions of pounds on mission and evangelism projects in a bid to get more children and young people through parish doors.
New report finds 'surge' in corporate attention to religious diversity
More than 85% of Fortune 500 companies now include religion in their commitment to diversity, according to the Religious Freedom and Business Foundation.
Blac Chyna won't do work that doesn't align with Bible after getting baptised and quitting OnlyFans
Blac Chyna says she will only take on work that aligns with her Christian faith after quitting OnlyFans and getting baptised.
MPs want return to in-person consultations for home abortions
A group of MPs has tabled an amendment to reinstate in-person consultations for home abortions.
Poll reveals many parents concerned about sex education
New research has found widespread concern among parents about the content of relationships and sex education (RSE) lessons.