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When is Palm Sunday? Meaning of Palm Sunday for Christians
Before celebrating the resurrection of Jesus on Easter Day, it is important to remember the events that happened before it. While Good Friday marks the day of Jesus' crucifixion, Palm Sunday marks the triumphant arrival of Jesus in Jerusalem. Let's talk more about this event today.
5 Bible verses for devotion before Easter
The Holy Week marks an important event in Biblical history. Take this time to reflect on your actions, your heart, and your faith. To help you dig deeper into your faith, here are five Bible verses you can use for your devotions this coming Holy Week.
The Donkey: How GK Chesterton radically retold Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday celebrates Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem, riding on a donkey with palms at his feet. But a famous poem illuminates the tale by embracing the perspective not of Jesus or the people, but the humble colt on which the Messiah rode.
The King in our midst: A prayer for Palm Sunday
It's an anniversary of terror, but a revelation of humble glory too. How would you pray on Palm Sunday?
Senior Irish politician reveals he was abused by Catholic priest
A senior Irish politician has revealed a Catholic priest sexually abused him and tried to groom him.
New general secretary for Churches Together in England
The new general secretary of Churches Together in England (CTE) has been announced as Baptist minister Rev Dr Paul Goodliff.
Northern Irish church leaders welcome Pope Francis visit
Several church leaders in Ireland are welcoming the news of Pope Francis' visit to the country, saying it could help unify Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Mob attacks Pakistani Christians for setting up Easter banner
At least seven Pakistani Christians were left injured after a mob attacked a church service on Sunday when church elders tried to install a signboard to mark the upcoming Easter festival outside the church.
Why do we have Easter eggs and the Easter Bunny at Easter?
Every Easter Sunday, you'll see images of the cute and cotton-tailed Easter Bunny together with his colorful eggs. What do they have to do with Easter?
When is Easter 2018? Good Friday, Easter Monday dates this year and the meaning of Easter for Christians
Easter Sunday is more than the family lunch, the worship service, and the yummy chocolate eggs. If you want to know the significance of this day, read on.
US Episcopal Church is complicit 'in a culture of alcohol abuse', finds report
The Anglican Church in the US remains mired in a 'system of denial and helplessness' over alcohol abuse among its senior clergy, a damning commission has concluded.
What does the Bible say about Christian tithing? Must a Christian tithe?
One of the common dilemmas of a Christian is whether to tithe or not. For those who are doing well financially, this won't be a problem at all. But what if you're struggling to make ends meet, will you still give a portion of whatever is left of your money to the church?
Gay clergyman Jeremy Pemberton loses discrimination appeal against Church of England
A gay clergyman has lost his appeal against the Church of England after he claimed its attitude against same-sex marriage breached equality laws.
Don't fear tattoos, Pope Francis tells young people
Pope Francis this week told an audience gave his blessing to the use of tattoos, telling an audience of young people not to fear them but to see tattoos as an opportunity for community and dialogue.
'One step forward': Jules Woodson welcomes megachurch pastor Andy Savage's resignation â up to a point
Jules Woodson, the woman who was allegedly sexually assaulted by the Memphis megachurch pastor Andy Savage, has said his resignation on Tuesday is 'one step forward' in a statement in which she remained critical of the church as a whole.
What is Lent? The meaning and purpose of Lent for Christians
Lent is already nearly at an end and you might know Christians who are already observing it. However, you may be unaware of the real purpose behind the observance. Let's try to answer the commonly asked questions here.