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Russian Orthodox Lent Has Started, But Most Russians Won't Be Giving Anything Up
Only a quarter of Russians will keep the Orthodox season of Lent, a poll has found, despite the rising profile and influence of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Indian Clergyman's Anti-Women Rant Goes Viral
A video of an Indian clergyman is causing controversy after it went viral, appearing to show him suggesting women should be "drowned in the depths of the sea".
Bishop Opposed To Women Priests Warned Of 'Anxiety And Distress' Over His Promotion To Sheffield
Philip North, the traditionalist Bishop of Burnley nominated for promotion to Sheffield, is being warned of 'the level of pastoral anxiety and distress' in the area about his arrival.
St David's Day: 4 Reasons He Was An Awesome Saint
Today is St David'd Day, when the world recognises the iconic patron saint of the Wales. Who was he?
#AshesToGo At Start Of Lent As Clergy Offer Commuters 'Ash n' Dash'
Commuters and office workers will be offered 'ashes to go' in a series of innovative schemes by clergy marking the start of Lent.
Why Do Christians Get 'Ashed' On Ash Wednesday?
Social media is helping make Ash Wednesday better known â but what does it mean?
Theresa May: We Must Stand Up For Persecuted Christians
Theresa May has vowed to stand up for persecuted Christians in an address to Church leaders in Downing Street on Tuesday.
Does Being Conservative On Gay Sex Help Church Growth?
Anglicans must listen more carefully to the rapidly growing conservative provinces like Nigeria and South America, according to the head of major project assessing the state of the Church around the world.
St Paul's Celebrates First Female Chorister In 1000 Years
St Paul's Cathedral has appointed its first ever woman into its adult choir, a milestone in the Cathedral's 1000 year history.
'Glitter Ash' For Gay Christians On Ash Wednesday
Gay clergy will offer ashes mixed with purple glitter on Ash Wednesday to welcome LGBT people into church.
100,000 Evangelicals Unite At Gatherings Around UK In New '17:21' Prayer Initiative
An unprecedented display of evangelical unity across the UK is expected to be launched in April with over 100,000 Christians expected to take part in a new initiative called 17:21.
This Tennessee Pastor Is Furious After Planned Parenthood Thanks Him For Donations: 'It Wasn't Me'
A pastor in Tennessee is complaining after he was pranked in a fundraising campaign for the controversial Planned Parenthood organisation.
Czech Christian Freed By Sudan Speaks Of Beatings, Torture
Petr Jašek, the Czech Christian freed from prison in Sudan, has spoken of the beatings and humiliation inflicted on him there.
When will Christ return? Evangelical pastor John Piper answers
Christians all believe that Jesus Christ will return to this world to rule and set all things right as what the Bible says. There is no debate about that. But the question that has befuddled many Christians is the time of the Second Coming of Christ.
When Does Lent 2017 Start And End, And What Is Lent Anyway?
Lent is a 40-day religious observance that takes place before Easter celebration. During this time, Christians try to replicate Jesus Christ's sacrifice and resistance in the desert for 40 days.
Dying Bishop Calls For Church To Allow Gay Marriage
A serving bishop has openly called on the Church of England to welcome gay marriage in a letter announcing he has a terminal illness.