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Greek Orthodox Church bans politicians who voted to legalize gay marriage
A Greek Orthodox Church regional body has banned two local politicians for their support of the legislation that legalized same-sex marriage in the Eastern Mediterranean nation.
8 prominent Charismatic elders declare Mike Bickle 'unfit' for ministry
Eight prominent Charismatic elders, including theologian and media personality Michael Brown, have declared embattled International House of Prayer Kansas City founder Mike Bickle "unfit" for ministry, warning that the 24/7 prayer ministry has some "dangerous cult-like tendencies" that need to be addressed.
What do we know about the queens in the Bible?
In the Bible, it was not just men who ruled as kings, but also some women reigned as queens in their own right. This is their story...
The little known story of Spurgeon's preacher sister
Crowds came to hear her and chapels were full, drawn by the chance to see a lady preacher but also one who happened to be Charles Haddon Spurgeon's sister.
Christian charity to address 'critical shortage' of theological resources worldwide
An evangelical charity is to donate over 10,000 books to plug the gap in theological resources worldwide.
Case dropped against street preachers who refused to stop preaching
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has dropped a case against two street preachers who were arrested after refusing to stop preaching on Glastonbury High Street.
'How Great Thou Art' gets new ending on 75th anniversary of famed English translation
'When we approached all the people to be part of it, we had a lot of green lights very quickly,' singer Matt Redman said of participating recording artists.
France becomes first country to enshrine abortion in constitution: 'Guaranteed freedom'
France became the first nation to enshrine abortion in its national constitution in an overwhelming vote that prompted a standing ovation from the French Parliament in Versailles on Monday.
Doctors raise concerns about assisted suicide proposals in Scotland
Concerns have been raised as the Scottish Parliament prepares to consider legislation to change the law that has been brought forward by Lib Dem MSP Liam McArthur.
Billy Graham's sister dies aged 91
Jean Graham Ford, the last remaining sibling of renowned evangelist Billy Graham, died last week at the age of 91, her nephew, Franklin Graham, announced in a Facebook post reflecting on her legacy and love for the Lord.
Why looking after our health is biblical
We may wonder what is the point of looking after our bodies that will die anyway and be resurrected. How much do our physical bodies matter? But God cares about our bodies because He created them.
Christians in Pakistan acquitted of blasphemy charges
A judge in Pakistan on Friday acquitted two Christian brothers of false blasphemy charges that had led to Muslims attacking Christian homes and businesses in Jaranwala last year, sources said.
In Guatemala, public schools turn to Bible study to boost reading and resist gang culture
Some teachers were reluctant to bring a Bible programme into classrooms but have come to accept it.
Report recommends £1bn fund to right Church of England's past wrongs on slavery
A new report has recommended that the Church of England create a £1bn fund in response to its historic links to the transatlantic slave trade.
Rolls-Royce one of UK's most faith-friendly workplaces
Rolls-Royce scored top points in the first UK edition of the corporate Religious Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (REDI) Index and Monitor alongside management consulting firm Baringa Partners LLP.
Christian politician makes history in Pakistan
Christian politician Anthony Naveed has achieved a major political milestone after he was elected as the first Christian Deputy Speaker of the Sindh Provincial Assembly last Sunday.