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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.
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'.
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'.
'Monstrous modern slavery': 8 found dead with 30 survivors in alleged trafficking truck in Texas
Eight people, believed to have been victims of human trafficking, were found dead in a smugglers' truck in San Antonio, Texas on Sunday, alongside 30 now-hospitalised survivors. The local archbishop has lamented the 'senseless deaths'.
A boy wrote to Pope Francis inviting him on a pilgrimage for sick children. He received a remarkable reply
The Pope not only took the time to reply in person. He hinted strongly that he might indeed consider attending the annual pilgrimage in Loreto, Italy next year.
Tearfund's research into the faith of refugees is showing how religion is part of the solution, not just part of the problem
Research has revealed the vital importance of faith for people affected by conflict or displacement.
Already worrying about Halloween and 'trick-or-treat'? This Christian charity has answers
A Christian charity is aiming to 'reclaim' Halloween for the gospel while at the same time raising awareness of the plight of vulnerable children worldwide.
What did Jesus mean when he condemned those who make children 'stumble'?
'Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these,' Jesus said.
Pioneer ministry: How a new generation of ministers is changing the face of mission
The Church Mission Society has just seen the most students ever graduate from its Pioneer Mission Leadership Training programme.