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With fewer than 1,500 Catholics in Mongolia, Pope Francis' upcoming visit brings attention to the long and complex history of the minority religious group
With fewer than 1,500 Catholics in Mongolia, Pope Francis' upcoming visit brings attention to the long and complex history of the minority religious group

Pope Francis is set to make the first-ever visit to Mongolia, a country with fewer than 1,500 Catholics, all of whom have come to the faith since 1992. But the pope's visit is a reminder that the country has a long and complex history with Christianity, among many other faiths.

White Christians think too many people see racism when it\'s not there, new survey finds
White Christians think too many people see racism when it's not there, new survey finds

A new survey from Pew Research revealed once again how deeply divided religious Americans are when it comes to matters of race.

Federal judge denies religious parents\' request to opt kids out of LGBTQ+ lessons
Federal judge denies religious parents' request to opt kids out of LGBTQ+ lessons

The year-long battle between MCPS and the families is not over yet, as the judge still needs to hear the full case before making a final decision.

Coping with grief: finding strength and healing through faith and prayer
Coping with grief: finding strength and healing through faith and prayer

For most of us, grief is an unavoidable human experience, one that we all must navigate at some point in our lives.

Mixing our spiritual and professional lives: how are my studies connected to my faith?
Mixing our spiritual and professional lives: how are my studies connected to my faith?

God can use your professional skills to serve His Kingdom too, just ask Him to show you where He wants you to apply your talents and be open to being surprised.

1,000 decisions for Christ at Franklin Graham's London evangelism outreach
1,000 decisions for Christ at Franklin Graham's London evangelism outreach

Hundreds made decisions for Christ as over 10,000 attended the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association's "God Loves You" tour event in London on Saturday, where evangelist Franklin Graham preached a Gospel message.

American nurse kidnapped in Haiti forgives abductors
American nurse kidnapped in Haiti forgives abductors

Alix Dorsainvil, an American Christian nurse kidnapped from the school of Christian education ministry El Roi Haiti and released this month, has spoken out in a public video saying she "holds no grudges" against her kidnappers and forgives them.

Indian bishops call for UN action against anti-Christian violence in India and Pakistan
Indian bishops call for UN action against anti-Christian violence in India and Pakistan

The Kerala Catholic Bishops Council in India has called for United Nations intervention amid escalating anti-Christian violence in Pakistan's Punjab province and Manipur state in northeast India.

Franklin Graham brings message of God's love to London
Franklin Graham brings message of God's love to London

American evangelist Franklin Graham has returned to London where he will share the message of God's love at a free event on Saturday night.

Prosperity gospel gaining ground in the US
Prosperity gospel gaining ground in the US

The prosperity gospel is growing in popularity among American Protestant churchgoers, according to new research.

Nigerian court affirms right to convert from Islam to Christianity
Nigerian court affirms right to convert from Islam to Christianity

A court in northern Nigeria has granted a court order protecting an 18-year-old Christian convert from threats to her life by family members, a ruling that emphasizes the fundamental right to change religion, in this case, from Islam to Christianity.

Gender conversion laws threaten religious freedom in Australia
Gender conversion laws threaten religious freedom in Australia

"There is a danger that NSW parents could lose the legal right to discuss issues of sex and sexuality with their children under new conversion practices legislation."

Lack of funding for Religious Studies is 'real travesty'
Lack of funding for Religious Studies is 'real travesty'

Father of the House of Commons, Sir Peter Bottomley MP, has joined calls for Religious Studies to be properly funded.

Scottish politicians urged to protect free speech after Edinburgh Festival row
Scottish politicians urged to protect free speech after Edinburgh Festival row

Scottish politicians must speak out to denounce a "stifling atmosphere" in the arts and other institutions in Scotland, a Christian charity has said.

Tribunal upholds religious liberty in drag queen case
Tribunal upholds religious liberty in drag queen case

"This is a really good precedent-setting decision for all Christians who want to stand up and speak out against the sexualisation of children."

Evangelicals in the Church of England need good leaders
Evangelicals in the Church of England need good leaders

After various leadership resignations, evangelicals in the Church of England, conservative and charismatic, have cause for sober reflection as their churches gear up for the autumn term.