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Warnings for the UK after Australian conversion therapy ban
Introducing a conversion therapy ban similar to that in the Australian state of Victoria could be "catastrophic", Christian campaigners have warned.

Rick Warren's successor apologises for Mark Driscoll interview
The pastor appointed to succeed Saddleback founder Rick Warren has apologised for interviewing Mark Driscoll.

Archaeologists uncover inscription to Peter
Archaeologists believe the discovery of the inscription is further evidence that the site is the house of Peter.

Iranian Christian convert loses case at European court
The European Court of Human Rights has rejected the case of an Iranian Christian convert who was denied protection in Germany and could face deportation, leaving him vulnerable to persecution upon his return to Iran.

Death threats against JK Rowling are 'appalling', says Archbishop
The Archbishop of Canterbury has spoken out after a death threat was made against JK Rowling.

Archbishop voices 'great sadness' after dozens die in Egypt church fire
The Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of London has spoken of his "great sadness" after a fire in a church in Egypt left dozens dead, including many children.

The Gospel according to Elvis
Gospel music was always part of Elvis Presley's life, and he took the gospel sound with him wherever he went.

Spiritual time out
Instead of exclaiming in defeat, "Lord, what did I do to deserve this?", how about proclaiming in victory, "Lord, thank you for a blessing so undeserving!"

Former employee accuses Hillsong of misappropriating church finances
A former employee of Hillsong has accused the church of misappropriating its finances and giving "large cash gifts" to the family of its founding pastor, Brian Houston.

Next prime minister must act to save Afghans from hunger, says Christian Aid
Christian Aid is calling on the next prime minister to take urgent action to help Afghans survive increasingly desperate conditions in Afghanistan.

Weapons used by Roman soldiers in destruction of Second Temple discovered in Jerusalem
Antiquity experts in Israel say they have found archaeological evidence of the destruction of the Second Temple as prophesied by Jesus in the New Testament.

The BBC 'should remain at the heart of British broadcasting'
A group of leading UK legislators â including a senior Church of England bishop â have called for the BBC to "remain at the heart of British broadcasting, bringing the nation together, serving all sectors of UK society, and delivering a world-leading service that is respected across the globe."

How to run the race well
We aren't all sprinters or warriors, but God has a purpose for every one of us - a race for each of us to run.

Department of Justice investigating Southern Baptist Convention
The Department of Justice has launched an investigation into the Southern Baptist Convention, according to leaders of the nation's largest Protestant denomination.

What the news isn't reporting about the growing global food crisis
As governing bodies and international charities respond to the unprecedented global food crisis, international child development charity Compassion UK is witnessing the pivotal but unreported role churches in the world's poorest communities play in combatting the crisis.

More younger adults are committed to Christ but don't attend church - study
A strong majority of Generation Z and Millennials who say they have made a personal commitment to Christ do not attend church in person or online at least once a month, according to a new study.