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More families will need emergency support as living costs spiral, warns charity
A Christian charity has warned of increased pressure on low income households amid rocketing energy prices and a Bank of England interest rate hike.
Truth about persecution must be told during Beijing Olympics, say Christian groups
"We're calling for prayer, that the international spotlight on China will highlight the day-to-day reality facing many who are suffering for their faith, and that fresh pressure will be applied to finally allow full religious freedom for all China's citizens."
Praying through the Winter Olympics
Every aspect of our lives is meant to honour God, even sport. So, as we enjoy the Winter Olympics in China, this is a great opportunity to integrate the two and pray through the Olympics.
Baby given 1% chance of survival arrives home after mum refuses to abort
A mother whose waters broke at 19 weeks managed to give birth to her son 11 weeks later and, despite months in hospital, he's now at home with his family.
'Levelling up' is a chance to help thousands who want hand up, not handout - Salvation Army
Government plans to close the gap between rich and poor parts of the country have been given a cautious welcome by The Salvation Army.
Streaming online has been a boon for churches, a godsend for isolated
There's been a lot of bad news about churches in recent years. Online church has been one bright spot.
When it comes to giving, younger evangelicals have a more 'global mindset' - study
The data shows that younger evangelicals are interested in a broader scope of causes than their parents and grandparents.
India's Christians pray and fast as violence intensifies
Christians in India spent the anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi's assassination fasting and praying for unity.
Welsh mums appeal for UK-wide support to stop RSE curriculum
The RSE Code will be introduced in schools across Wales from September 2022, and will be mandatory for all learners aged 3 to 16.
Barrister calls for 'Street Preacher's Charter' to prevent more arrests
A Christian barrister has written to the College of Policing urging it to adopt a 'Street Preacher's Charter' in an attempt to stop more evangelists being arrested.
SBC Executive Committee names interim president amid fallout from attorney-client privilege vote
Willie McLaurin has been selected as the interim president and CEO of the Southern Baptist Convention's Executive Committee amid an investigation on how the leadership body handled sexual abuse reports.
Churches urge UK government to help restore democracy in Myanmar
Churches have issued a joint call to the UK government to do more to find a diplomatic solution in Myanmar a year after the elected government was overthrown.
Doctors welcome government climbdown on mandatory vaccinations for NHS staff
A group of doctors and healthcare professionals has welcomed the government U-turn on mandatory vaccination for frontline healthcare workers in England.
Pakistani pastor shot dead in ambush attack after Sunday service; mourners chant 'Long live Jesus Christ'
In what police called a "terrorist act," two unidentified men followed a pastor returning home in his car after a Sunday worship service and shot him to death in Pakistan's northwestern city of Peshawar, which in 2013 was the scene of one of the deadliest attacks on Christians in the country.
Biden to allow trans-identified men in women's prisons, reversing Trump-era ban 'except in rare cases'
The United States Department of Justice has unveiled new guidance allowing male inmates at federal prisons to be housed with female prisoners.
Catholic Church needs to undergo 'housecleaning', says Mel Gibson
Actor Mel Gibson says the Catholic Church needs to "get back to basics" after years of scandals.