Opinion
Pastor James McConnell trial: A victory for common sense and free speech
Pastor James McConnell was today acquitted by a Belfast court of sending a 'grossly offensive' message in a sermon about Islam. But the case should never have been brought, argues Peter Lynas
Vatican treaty with Palestine does not mean Pope Francis has abandoned Israel
The "Comprehensive Agreement between the Holy See and the State of Palestine", signed in June, has come into effect following various administrative tweaks.
How reading the Bible in a year changed my life
It's hard work but deeply rewarding, says Martin Saunders.
I was astonished when I discovered this about Burger King
David Baker reflects on the message so often advertised to us that we - as humans - are the 'almighty ruler' and the Christian response.
Is it really time to bin the saying, "Love the sinner and hate the sin"?
The idea is seen almost universally as summing up much of the Christian gospel.
In defence of your 2015: Celebrating the little victories in your life
Within the celebration and encouragement of the self, comes an even greater belief in what could be for next year. In how we might possibly glorify our Father, in how we could love someone a little better...
What is the greatest Christmas gift you have ever received?
David Robertson reflects on the power of giving and receiving gifts which are really worth something.
Is Christmas really a pagan festival?
Lots of people today argue that Christmas is just a pagan mid-winter festival that was taken over by the Church and turned into a celebration of the birth of Christ.
Bishop of Manchester: Why foodbank appeals are the new normal
It's yet another sign that food poverty has become a normal state, says David Walker.
Should we really be worrying about Middle East Christianity?
We need some perspective on this supposedly existential crisis facing the Christians of the Middle East.
Mary and Joseph: How a homeless refugee family fits right in to modern Britain
It's an uncomfortable irony that the Christmas season should have descended into the mire of consumerism and commerce when at its heart the story centres on a poor family of lower class and humble means.
Atheism: Just one false god among many, and not the most dangerous
News that militant atheism, despite its noisy presence, actually numbers a tiny percentage of the population, has not been greeted with outpourings of "Hooray, the wicked witch is dead!" by Christians.
What can the church do about domestic violence?
What can the church do better to help women being abused, and in fact, save lives? Vicky Walker reflects
Why the cost of Tim Peake's mission is worth every penny
Most people run the London Marathon to raise money. Tim Peake's 26.2 miles, on the other hand, is costing the taxpayer gazillions.
Stop judging and start loving. Why we need to drop the 'holier than thou' act
We need to get to know people in need, live our lives alongside and then we'll be a lot slower to reach for the easy stereotypes
Star Wars: The Report on Religion and Belief in Public Life
The report from the private inter-faith commission on religion and public life in Britain has been of some interest to me. I have turned to Star Wars to help us in our analysis.