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Christian leaders denounce attack by Muslim men hurling stones at churchgoers near Bethlehem
Christian leaders have condemned an attack on a church near Bethlehem by a group of Muslim men, with calls being made for the Palestinian Authority to take swift action.
South Korean church leaders grief-stricken after Seoul stampede tragedy
Christian leaders in South Korea have expressed their shock and grief after over 150 people were killed in a stampede in Seoul over the weekend.
Woman who decapitated church group friend sentenced to life
A 38-year-old woman has been convicted in the beheading of a 67-year-old friend she had met at a church group, becoming the first woman to be sentenced to life in prison live on television in England.
Protestant pastor is first Christian clergy imprisoned on charges of sedition in Hong Kong
A judge in Hong Kong sentenced a 59-year-old Protestant pastor to more than one year in prison for sedition, making him the first Christian clergy in the city to be convicted under the draconian national security law that mainland China imposed two years ago.
Most faith groups agree US has gone astray - they don't agree on the way forward
The research, released shortly before Election Day, sheds light on questions of race, sexuality, abortion and immigration as well as sentiments about the country's origins.
Inspired by a shared vision
As a leader, you don't want to herd chickens. So, why does it sometimes feel like that's what you are doing?
Living according to the standards of the Bible, not my own
Like Joseph, let us stand up for what is right, even if we have to stand alone.
UK 'ignoring' democracy and devolution with abortion in Northern Ireland
The UK government has been accused of "ignoring" the right to life of the unborn and "the principles of democracy and devolution" in Northern Ireland after announcing this week that it will begin commissioning abortion services in the province.
Government says abortion clinic buffer zones are incompatible with human rights law
Buffer zones that prevent pro-lifers from offering help outside abortion clinics are incompatible with human rights law, the government has said.
Gender self-identification plans pass first stage in Scottish parliament
MSPs have given their support to the Scottish government's plans to make changing legal gender quicker and easier.
Hillsong's Benjamin Hastings says he battled mental health issues while writing new solo album
Singer and songwriter Benjamin Hastings, most known for his worship music with Hillsong United, is embarking on a solo music career and sharing vulnerable songs about the past season of his life.
Do you care?
Our simple acts of kindness might remind those who are helpless that they are remembered.
Healing takes time
As we seek help for our hurt and what's broken or torn, let's persevere on in this recovery journey knowing that with the proper support and in time, we will once again be made whole.
Christian baker who refused to bake cake for lesbian wedding prevails in court
A court has ruled that the Christian owner of Tastries Bakery in California acted lawfully when she refused to make a wedding cake for a lesbian couple and instead referred them to a different bakery, citing her sincere religious belief that marriage is intended to be between one man and one woman.
Franklin Graham wins nearly £100,000 in damages over Scottish venue cancellation
A Glasgow court has awarded American evangelist Franklin Graham nearly £100,000 in damages after his event was cancelled by a venue in the city in 2020.
UK's Church of the Year 2022 unveiled
Winners of the first ever National Church Awards have been announced by comedian and actor Hugh Dennis.