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Godfulness: What the Church can learn from a new (but old) kind of meditation
You may know of 'mindfulness', but what of 'Godfulness'? Christian Today spoke with author Derek Leaf, the leader of the Christian discipleship ministry the Navigators UK about the new perspective of his book 'Godfulness', and its challenge to the contemporary Church.
As Charlie Gard's parents end legal challenge, who can we trust when it comes to life and death?
This was always ultimately a question of who gets to make decisions.
Evangelical leaders rally around Jared Kushner as he is questioned over Russia election meddling
Evangelical leaders are rallying around Donald Trump's son-in-law, the senior White House advisor Jared Kushner as he meets with congressional leaders investigating Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Victory for campaigners as US judge blocks attempt to deport Iraqi Christians
A federal judge in Michigan halted on Monday the deportation of more than 1,400 Iraqi nationals from the United States, the latest legal victory for the Iraqi nationals facing deportation in a closely watched case.
Hispanic Church leader condemns deportation of LA minister: 'We should deport pushers, not pastors'
The arrest and looming deportation of a US evangelical pastor has stirred up outrage and fear in the Los Angeles latino community, with latino leader Rev Samuel Rodriguez condemning the move.
Queen's former chaplain leads rebel Anglican group threatening to split Church over sexuality issues
The Queen's former chaplain, Gavin Ashenden, is leading a group of rebel conservative clergy which is threatening to break away from the Church of England over sexuality issues.
Radical Muslim embraces Jesus after Christians show him kindness in ISIS-torn Syria
A persecution watchdog group has shared the story of a Muslim extremist who upon witnessing a church service led by Christians in war-torn Syria decided to abandon his radical lifestyle and turn to Jesus Christ.
Frontman of heavy metal band Of Mice & Men says he loses followers every time he talks about Jesus
Austin Carlile tweeted about the impact sharing his Christian faith has on his popularity but says it isn't going to stop him talking about God or Jesus to his fans.
Snoop Dogg shares preview clip of new Christian music project, 'Bible of Love', featuring gospel singer Fred Hammond
Snoop Dogg is giving the world a glimpse of his gospel music album, which already features a famous voice in gospel music, Fred Hammond.
Dawkins no-platformed for 'abusive speech', protests: 'Why is it fine to criticise Christianity but not Islam?'
Richard Dawkins has been 'no-platformed' by a US radio station who dropped him after discovering his 'abusive speech' against Islam. Dawkins protested that he was not abusive, but made no apology for criticising the 'oppressive cruelties of Islamism'.
World Church leaders offer prayers for 'just peace' in Jerusalem
Dr Olav Fykse Tveit, general secretary of the World Council of Churches, says in a pastoral letter: 'We are calling for churches around the world to pray for you these days and for a just peace for Jerusalem.'
Charlie Gard's parents end legal struggle to keep him alive
The parents of Charlie Gard have ended their legal battle to give the terminally ill British baby further treatment, a lawyer representing the parents said on Monday.
Amazing Grace: 7 quotes from the slaver-turned-preacher John Newton
Today is the birthday of John Newton, the abusive slaver-turned hymn writer best known for the beloved anthem 'Amazing Grace'.
WANTED: Christian coders, techies and creatives. The CofE is inviting you to its first 'digital lab'
Have you been gifted with a great idea for a Christian app? Now's your chance to hang out with other Christian coders and bring it to life, with the blessing of the Church of England.
Australian Baptist church under fire for pastor who calls Islam 'a cancer we must destroy'
An Australian Baptist church that works in government schools has come under fire after its pastor made incendiary statements about Islam, calling it a 'a cancer we must destroy'.
Forget original sin, says Steve Chalke: 'We are made originally good'
Steve Chalke, the Baptist minister and founder of the Oasis Trust who sent shockwaves through the evangelical community when he declared his support for same-sex relationships, has criticised the traditional Christian understanding of 'Original Sin'.