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Muslim extremist attacks devastate churches in central Nigeria
Muslim extremist attacks devastate churches in central Nigeria

Recent Muslim extremist attacks in an area of central Nigeria resulted in dozens of deaths and the closure of 10 Baptist churches, including one now used as a mosque, a denominational leader said.

Christian parents call for change to Church of England school policy
Christian parents call for change to Church of England school policy

Christian parents who challenged transgender ideology in their children's school have written to the Archbishop of Canterbury calling for a change to the Church of England's educational policy.

Christians get counting to reduce plastic waste
Christians get counting to reduce plastic waste

Christians across the UK are being encouraged to do their bit in the war against plastic waste by taking part in a nationwide count.

Nicaragua released imprisoned priests, but repression is unlikely to relent – and the Catholic Church remains a target
Nicaragua released imprisoned priests, but repression is unlikely to relent – and the Catholic Church remains a target

Bad news has been the norm for Catholics in Nicaragua, where clergy and church groups have been frequent targets of a wide-ranging crackdown for years. But on Jan. 14, 2024, they received a happy surprise.

On slavery, the Exodus and taking the plunge
On slavery, the Exodus and taking the plunge

Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on the Exodus of the Israelites and what real freedom is.

Christian school assistant sacked over Facebook post can take her case to Court of Appeal
Christian school assistant sacked over Facebook post can take her case to Court of Appeal

A Christian school teacher who was sacked after expressing concerns on Facebook about Relationships and Sex Education lessons and transgenderism in schools has been given permission to take her case to the Court of Appeal.

Islamic State claims responsibility for attack on church in Turkey
Islamic State claims responsibility for attack on church in Turkey

The Islamic State claimed a Sunday terrorist attack against a Roman Catholic church in Istanbul, Turkey, that killed a mentally disabled Muslim man.

Alistair Begg stands by same-sex wedding advice
Alistair Begg stands by same-sex wedding advice

Pastor Alistair Begg is refusing to backdown following a backlash over his advice to Christians about attending same-sex weddings.

Police officer told Christian singer she couldn't sing church songs on Oxford Street
Police officer told Christian singer she couldn't sing church songs on Oxford Street

The officer eventually walked away but not before sticking her tongue out to the camera.

Christian radio network drops Alistair Begg after advice on attending same-sex weddings
Christian radio network drops Alistair Begg after advice on attending same-sex weddings

A conservative Christian radio ministry has dropped pastor Alistair Begg from its programming lineup after he suggested Christians could attend same-sex weddings to "build bridges" with the culture at large.

Pope defends Vatican guidance on same-sex couples
Pope defends Vatican guidance on same-sex couples

Pope Francis is seeking to clarify that the Catholic Church is not changing its teachings about homosexual practices and same-sex relationships as the Vatican faces criticism for approving a document allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.

Archbishop of Canterbury and Pope in joint call for Christian unity
Archbishop of Canterbury and Pope in joint call for Christian unity

The Archbishop of Canterbury and Pope Francis met in Rome this week where they issued a fresh call for Christian unity.

Radical abortion amendments withdrawn
Radical abortion amendments withdrawn

Abortion amendments to the Criminal Justice Bill dubbed "extreme" by pro-life groups have been withdrawn.

Keir Starmer praises faith groups
Keir Starmer praises faith groups

Ahead of this year's general elections, he is asking civic and faith groups to partner with Labour in achieving its goals for national renewal.

Pro-life groups protest extreme pro-abortion amendments
Pro-life groups protest extreme pro-abortion amendments

The protest was held on Wednesday by the Centre for Bio-Ethical Reform UK, Christian Concern, CitizenGo and 40 Days for Life in Stella Creasy's constituency of Walthamstow.