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Dozens of Christians killed in Nigeria
Dozens of Christians killed in Nigeria

Fulani herdsmen killed 48 Christians in central Nigeria's Benue state between Nov. 24 and Dec. 1, sources said.

Reflections on faith and family from the Old Testament and New Covenant
Reflections on faith and family from the Old Testament and New Covenant

The Book of Genesis provides a foundational narrative not just for Christianity, but for humanity itself.

Kemi Badenoch criticises 'naive' church leaders in UK
Kemi Badenoch criticises 'naive' church leaders in UK

UK Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has accused some church leaders of being "naive" in allowing asylum seekers to convert to Christianity as a way to exploit the UK's immigration system.

Christians in Syria face \'uncertain, perilous future\'
Christians in Syria face 'uncertain, perilous future'

Christians in Syria confront an uncertain and perilous future under the control of Islamist-led rebel forces, a human rights group has warned.

Notre-Dame reopens to the world
Notre-Dame reopens to the world

Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris has reopened with a dazzling ceremony and concert after a painstaking five-year restoration following a devastating fire in 2019.

Welby apologises for hurt caused by farewell Lords speech
Welby apologises for hurt caused by farewell Lords speech

The outgoing Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has apologised after his farewell speech in the House of Lords sparked anger from victims of abuse.

Archbishop of Canterbury accused of making light of safeguarding failings in Lords speech
Archbishop of Canterbury accused of making light of safeguarding failings in Lords speech

The outgoing Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has come under fire over a speech to the House of Lords in his first public address since announcing his resignation under a storm of controversy last month.

Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi says Jesus message on rainbow armband 'speaks for itself'
Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi says Jesus message on rainbow armband 'speaks for itself'

Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi has addressed the controversy over his "Jesus loves you" message scrawled onto his rainbow armband.

Church of England parishes are 'in crisis'
Church of England parishes are 'in crisis'

The future of many Church of England parishes is in doubt as they struggle with crumbling buildings, declining attendance, and a fall in clergy numbers.

Church of England enjoys strong turnout at Christmas and Easter but attendance remains below pre-pandemic levels
Church of England enjoys strong turnout at Christmas and Easter but attendance remains below pre-pandemic levels

Report author Dr Ken Eames said the latest statistics were likely to be a cause for "both optimism and concern".

Balm mentioned in the Bible rediscovered in 1,000-year-old seed grown into small tree
Balm mentioned in the Bible rediscovered in 1,000-year-old seed grown into small tree

Horticulturists are celebrating the growth of a 1,000 year old "Tsori" seed, discovered nearly 30 years ago, which is believed to produce a balm resin mentioned several times in the Bible.

Who was Good King Wenceslas?
Who was Good King Wenceslas?

Every Christmas, carol singers sing the song of Good King Wenceslas. But who was he? This is the story ...

Popular culture is pointing to Jesus, and it's time to talk about it
Popular culture is pointing to Jesus, and it's time to talk about it

Although not all cultural references to Christianity are positive – and many are negative in the extreme – all are invitations to talk.

Global leaders adopt 'Madrid Commitment' in defence of freedom, family and life
Global leaders adopt 'Madrid Commitment' in defence of freedom, family and life

"At the UN, there are countless resolutions being voted on that talk about gender, abortion, and patriarchy, but they do not address the family."

Michael Brown admits \'lack of judgement\' but denies sexual misconduct
Michael Brown admits 'lack of judgement' but denies sexual misconduct

Michael Brown, host of the nationally syndicated Line of Fire radio programme, who is also president, founder and professor of practical theology at FIRE School of Ministry, admitted to a "definite lack of judgement" but denied allegations he engaged in sexual misconduct with a former female staffer he said he treated like a "family member" 23 years ago.

Schools in Finland face opposition to Christian music
Schools in Finland face opposition to Christian music

The National Non-Discrimination and Equality Tribunal determined that non-Christian pupils should be compensated 1,500 euros ($1,562 USD) by the school.