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Terrorist attacks like Manchester are a sign of End Times, says pastor
"A lot of people, we look at something like Manchester and we think of lawbreakers but we don't think about a spirit behind that and where that originated from," says Phil Hotsenpiller.

Pentecost - what is it and why is it so important?
Pentecost is the celebration of the coming of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Church. The story is recounted in the Book of Acts. 'When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place,' we are told.

Jeremy Corbyn 'failing' to tackle antisemitism says chair of Jewish Labour
Jeremy Corbyn is being accused of failing to take effective action against antisemitism by a senior member of his own party.

How can one of the world's most famous churches be in danger of actually falling down?
One of the most iconic churches in the world is in serious danger. Reports say concern is so high among experts that emergency work is required to prevent further damage at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.

Gay marriage in church in Scotland threatens more division for world Anglicans
Gay weddings in British churches are expected to be legalised for the first time next week with the Scottish Episcopal Church (SEC) likely to change their definition of marriage.

Christian candidates in the spotlight: 'Gay cure' and Brexit in Brighton
With the General Election 2017 just days away Christian Today is zooming in on some crucial battleground seats where Christian candidates are in the spotlight.

Restored church for ancient Christian community lifts hopes of new unity in Cyprus
A restored 14th century church of Ayia Marina Skyllouras in Nicosia, Cyprus has been handed to the island's tiny Maronite Christian community.

Living in a 'post-truth' world: The incredible things we can accomplish if we look through the eyes of Jesus
Now is the time when the Church as the Body of Christ has to hold firm and witness through our words â and more importantly, our actions â what it means to be followers of Jesus.

'The light shines in the darkness': Finding hope after Manchester
Churches in Manchester are continuing to help the city grieve following the devastating terror attack last week.

Donald Trump's Muslim ban could be reinstated within just two weeks
Donald Trump's so-called Muslim ban could be reinstated in just two weeks after the White House asked the US Supreme Court to intervene.

Scripture Union - Famous evangelical organisation marks 150th anniversary
One of the most well-known names in the evangelical Christian world is marking its 150th anniversary today. Scripture Union, which began on 2 June 1867 in Islington, North London, is celebrating its 150th birthday.

Trump climate cop-out could 'end US supremacy' on the world stage
Churches, bishops, the pope and Christian charities are uniting in horror at Donald Trump's decision to withdraw from the 2015 Paris climate change agreement.

Are fidget spinners Satanic?
Popular online post claims it looks like a satanic symbol because of the resemblance to the number 666. 'Parents be aware â Satan is targeting and indoctrinating the children with these toys,' it says.

Manila Attack: 36 dead as officials deny Islamist terror link
At least 36 people are dead and 54 injured in the Philippine capital of Manila after a lone gunman burst into a casino and opened fire.

Anger and dismay as Trump rejects Paris climate change deal
Trump, tapping into the 'America First' message he used when he was elected president last year, said the Paris accord would undermine the US economy, cost US jobs, weaken American national sovereignty and put the country at a permanent disadvantage to the other countries of the world.

What a real man looks like, according to Jesus
Many men's magazines and books attempt to teach guys about manhood, but all of them fail to capture the very essence of a man.