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Christians welcome free speech guidance for police officers
Christians welcome free speech guidance for police officers

"This updated guidance puts in place new safeguards to ensure people are able to engage in lawful debate without police interference."

Nigeria: kidnapped Catholic priest slain
Nigeria: kidnapped Catholic priest slain

The body of one of two Catholic priests kidnapped on 15 July in Kaduna state, Nigeria, was recovered Tuesday morning, sources said.

What my Covid survey taught me about the Church
What my Covid survey taught me about the Church

Some of the most heartbreaking results from my poll were the private messages people sent - their stories of loneliness, fear, depression, conflict.

Religious liberty has a long and messy history – and there is a reason Americans feel strongly about it
Religious liberty has a long and messy history – and there is a reason Americans feel strongly about it

Religious liberty is one of the earliest civic values associated with the United States, yet defining and defending it has proved a centuries-long process.

Archie Battersbee's parents challenge ruling to end life support
Archie Battersbee's parents challenge ruling to end life support

The parents of 12-year-old Archie Battersbee are in court again today to challenge a previous ruling stating that his life support should be withdrawn.

East Africa: a humanitarian disaster unfolding
East Africa: a humanitarian disaster unfolding

"Today, my kids ask me a question: 'We used to grow and eat all those crops and vegetables, but nothing now. Do you think we may again, one day in the future?' How can I answer this?"

Christian mayoral candidate sacked over beliefs on marriage launches legal action
Christian mayoral candidate sacked over beliefs on marriage launches legal action

A Christian mayoral candidate is taking legal action against her former employer after being sacked over the public expression of her marriage views in an election manifesto.

After scandals, new guidelines align Vatican investments with church teaching
After scandals, new guidelines align Vatican investments with church teaching

After financial scandals, Vatican investments will be aimed at creating 'a more just and sustainable world.'

Gospel singer leaves \'America\'s Got Talent\' judge Sofia Vergara in tears
Gospel singer leaves 'America's Got Talent' judge Sofia Vergara in tears

Ben Waites, a 33-year-old Nashville-based Gospel singer, brought "America's Got Talent" judge Sofia Vergara to tears as he performed his own rendition of "True Colors" by Cyndi Lauper this week.

Church of England unveils strategy to help its rural churches thrive
Church of England unveils strategy to help its rural churches thrive

Many provided cool sanctuaries during the recent record-breaking temperatures – but they have the potential to play a much more strategic community role.

Police drop charges against 76-year-old arrested for praying outside abortion clinic
Police drop charges against 76-year-old arrested for praying outside abortion clinic

Religious freedom advocates are celebrating after police dropped charges against a 76-year-old British woman arrested, detained and fined for engaging in silent prayer outside an abortion clinic.

Former Diocese of London chief charged with $5.9 million fraud, money laundering
Former Diocese of London chief charged with $5.9 million fraud, money laundering

A former Head of Operations at the Anglican Diocese of London has been charged with fraud and money laundering over the alleged disappearance of more than $5.9 million (£5 million) from the organization between 2009 and 2019.

The war in Tigray has divided evangelicals, creating strong feelings against one another
The war in Tigray has divided evangelicals, creating strong feelings against one another

Jesus is our peace. Millions of Ethiopians know Him. Now is the time to exercise peace across the nation.

Nigerian bishop calls on world to act after church massacre
Nigerian bishop calls on world to act after church massacre

Just weeks after an attack on a Catholic church in southwestern Nigeria on Pentecost Sunday left dozens dead and injured many more, the diocese's bishop is urging the international community to speak out against the killing of Christians in his country.

Beni Johnson of Bethel Church dies aged 67
Beni Johnson of Bethel Church dies aged 67

Beni Johnson, the wife of Bethel Church Senior Leader Bill Johnson, has died following a lengthy battle with cancer, days after being put in at-home hospice care. She was 67.

The faith lessons we can learn from earthly weddings
The faith lessons we can learn from earthly weddings

Weddings are very important to Jesus.