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Christian schools and parents seek judicial review over government's VAT tax raid
Christian schools and parents seek judicial review over government's VAT tax raid

The 13 claimants, supported by the Christian Legal Centre (CLC), say that the changes are unlawful and a breach of their human rights.

Tribunal backs firing of Christian teacher for biblical marriage social media posts
Tribunal backs firing of Christian teacher for biblical marriage social media posts

A school pastoral manager in north London plans to appeal an employment tribunal ruling this week that supported a Catholic school firing her over her social media posts in favor of biblical marriage.

Trump promises to defend religious liberty ahead of inauguration
Trump promises to defend religious liberty ahead of inauguration

Donald Trump has promised sweeping changes from day one of his administration as he prepares to be inaugurated as US president for the second time.

Colombian Christians call for government action after church leader assassinated
Colombian Christians call for government action after church leader assassinated

The assassination of a Protestant Christian leader in northern Colombia on 8 January has reignited demands for the Colombian government to reverse its controversial 2023 amendment of security legislation that stripped protections from religious leaders.

Church leaders welcome Israel-Gaza ceasefire
Church leaders welcome Israel-Gaza ceasefire

A ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas due to come into effect on Sunday has been welcomed by Church leaders both within and beyond the Holy Land.

Holy Land excavations piece together fascinating history of Byzantine-era monastery
Holy Land excavations piece together fascinating history of Byzantine-era monastery

Works being carried out as part of an Israel Land Authority development have unearthed Byzantine-era buildings, including a monastery withe a "unique" mosaic floor, built on a site that shows signs of settlement dating back to the Romans.

Football-loving nun says faith is secret to becoming world's oldest living woman
Football-loving nun says faith is secret to becoming world's oldest living woman

A football-loving nun from the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul has become the oldest person in the world after the death of Japanese woman Tomiko Itooka aged 116.

Michael Tait steps down as lead singer of Newsboys after 15 years
Michael Tait steps down as lead singer of Newsboys after 15 years

After more than a decade-and-a-half of fronting the Christian rock band Newsboys, lead singer Michael Tait has announced his decision to step down, citing prayerful reflection and a sense of clarity in this new season of life.

Teenager convicted of murdering Christian schoolgirl
Teenager convicted of murdering Christian schoolgirl

A teenage boy has been found guilty of murdering a Christian schoolgirl in a horrific knife attack in Croydon, south London.

Arthur Blessitt, evangelist with carried wooden cross around the world, dies at 84
Arthur Blessitt, evangelist with carried wooden cross around the world, dies at 84

Blessitt is best known for carrying a 12-foot-tall cross around the world.

380 million Christians persecuted worldwide - Open Doors
380 million Christians persecuted worldwide - Open Doors

Some 380 million Christians are living in contexts of persecution and discrimination for their faith, according to Open Doors.

Former Archbishop of Canterbury joins climate call to PM
Former Archbishop of Canterbury joins climate call to PM

The former Archbishop of Canterbury, Baron Williams of Oystermouth, has joined other faith leaders in calling on the Prime Minister to support the Climate and Nature Bill.

Calls for submissions on quality of palliative care in the UK
Calls for submissions on quality of palliative care in the UK

Written submissions are being invited on the standards of care across the palliative care sector in the UK.

UK council tells staff not to ask for \'Christian\' names for sake of inclusivity
UK council tells staff not to ask for 'Christian' names for sake of inclusivity

Sutton Council in south London has reportedly told employees to stop asking for people's "Christian" names, advising them instead to use "first name, forename or given name."

The faith of the detransitioners
The faith of the detransitioners

Many who reject a transgender identity have found peace in Christ.

Pope Francis appoints a nun to lead Vatican office in historic move
Pope Francis appoints a nun to lead Vatican office in historic move

Her new role makes her the first woman to lead a Vatican dicastery.