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Court of Appeal hears case of sacked Christian teacher
Court of Appeal hears case of sacked Christian teacher

A Christian school assistant who was fired after sharing concerns about sex education lessons and transgenderism in schools will have her case heard today by the Court of Appeal.

Lebanon on brink of 'humanitarian catastrophe', Christians warn
Lebanon on brink of 'humanitarian catastrophe', Christians warn

The humanitarian needs in Gaza and Lebanon have reached dire proportions as violence escalates in the Middle East, Christian groups have warned.

Fulanis in Nigeria kill more Christians than Boko Haram and ISWAP, report says
Fulanis in Nigeria kill more Christians than Boko Haram and ISWAP, report says

Fulani herdsmen and other "bandit" terrorists often allied with them killed more civilians in Nigeria over a four-year period than Islamic extremist groups Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), a new report states.

After Hurricane Helene, faith groups ramp up disaster relief
After Hurricane Helene, faith groups ramp up disaster relief

Before the storm hit the US, the Salvation Army and Southern Baptists were already on their way to lend a hand. Faith-based groups make up more than half of the disaster relief organizations in the United States.

New report shows link between corruption and Christian persecution abroad
New report shows link between corruption and Christian persecution abroad

Corrupt governments often fail to protect minority rights, leading to environments where Christian persecution is either ignored or tacitly supported, the report found.

The story of England's first evangelical movement
The story of England's first evangelical movement

The Lollards were England's first evangelicals. This is the story ...

Worldview may have more impact on mental health than chemical imbalances - study
Worldview may have more impact on mental health than chemical imbalances - study

A new study suggests that the mental health crisis in the United States may be more closely related to a lack of a biblical worldview than to commonly cited causes like chemical imbalances.

Lausanne Congress concludes with call to 'collective responsibility' for the Great Commission
Lausanne Congress concludes with call to 'collective responsibility' for the Great Commission

"The Great Commission is everyone's responsibility," Dr Michael Oh told thousands of Christians at the end of the Fourth Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization in Incheon, South Korea, on Saturday.

Independent review into Mike Pilavachi details bullying and 'abuse of power'
Independent review into Mike Pilavachi details bullying and 'abuse of power'

Fiona Scolding KC's report spoke of an "abuse of power" in which Pilavachi used his spiritual authority to manipulate and control young men and women under him for a period spanning over 30 years.

Settlement talks with Johnny Hunt fail, SBC and former president likely headed to trial
Settlement talks with Johnny Hunt fail, SBC and former president likely headed to trial

Court-ordered mediation between a former Southern Baptist Convention president and lawyers for the nation's largest Protestant denomination failed last week — meaning the dispute between the two parties is likely headed to a trial in November.

Bear Grylls partners with The Chosen producers on new faith-based TV show
Bear Grylls partners with The Chosen producers on new faith-based TV show

For Bear Grylls, faith isn't "just a Sunday thing" — it's a connection to God woven into the fabric of every rugged climb, jungle expedition and quiet moment of doubt.

Persecuted believers need a 'united, biblical response'
Persecuted believers need a 'united, biblical response'

"So that's a real challenge for Christians in Sub-Saharan Africa – lack of a united, continental biblical response to persecution, and it's important that the global church is aware of these challenges and they can pray for us."

Lebanon churches open their doors amid airstrikes
Lebanon churches open their doors amid airstrikes

Churches in Lebanon have become sanctuaries for people displaced by Israeli airstrikes.

What does the Gutenberg Press teach us about the intersection of faith and technological innovation?
What does the Gutenberg Press teach us about the intersection of faith and technological innovation?

In much the same way the Gutenberg Press revolutionised communication in its time, modern digital media - through the internet, broadcast channels, and the mobile devices we all carry - offers an equally transformative platform for sharing the Christian message today.

Lausanne issues apology after speaker's comments on Israel and dispensational eschatology cause offence
Lausanne issues apology after speaker's comments on Israel and dispensational eschatology cause offence

The director of the Fourth Lausanne Congress on World Evangelisation has issued an apology after a controversial speech by one of its guest speakers left some participants offended.