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Philippians 4:6 is YouVersion's Bible verse of the year
The popular Bible app said the verse reflects a trend seen throughout the year of increasing numbers of people seeking God through His Word and in prayer.
Syrian Christians in 'grave danger' as Islamist militias take over Aleppo
Syrian Christians in Aleppo face "grave danger" after Islamist militias took over the city, local church leaders say. The militias, including jihadist groups, have seized control following the withdrawal of government forces and are removing all Christmas decorations, according to a report.
After being engulfed by flames, Notre Dame Cathedral finally rises from the ashes
Notre Dame Cathedral, one of the most cherished symbols of French heritage and Christian devotion, is set to reopen its doors after a five-year restoration following the devastating fire that engulfed it on 15 April 2019.
TD Jakes files defamation lawsuit against man who accused him of sexual assault
A day after suffering "a slight health incident" while preaching on Sunday, Bishop T.D. Jakes of The Potter's House megachurch in Dallas, Texas, filed a defamation lawsuit against former-pastor-turned-registered sex offender Duane Youngblood, who alleged he was sexually assaulted by Jakes when he was a teenager some 40 years ago.
Legalising assisted suicide will be 'a huge step backwards'
Christians have continued to react with disappointment after MPs voted in favour legalising assisted suicide.
Who was St Andrew and why is he patron saint of Scotland?
The 30th November is St Andrew's day. Who was St Andrew and why is he patron saint of Scotland? This is the story ...
Christians urged to keep praying after MPs vote to legalise assisted suicide
Christians are being urged to keep on praying after MPs voted in the House of Commons to legalise assisted suicide in England and Wales.
Protests outside Parliament as MPs debate assisted suicide
Protesters have gathered outside Parliament to make their opposition to assisted suicide known as MPs debate Kim Leadbeater's bill proposing a change to the law.
Appeals for peace in Haiti as violence worsens
Haitian bishops are appealing for peace after months of violence and a sharp deterioration in the situation as gangs deepen their control of the capital Port-au-Prince.
Be thankful even in the drought of your life
Thanksgiving Day is a time to take inventory of what we are thankful to God for.
Most Brits say assisted suicide is too 'complex' to rush
A majority of the public (62 per cent) believe the issue is "too complex and polarised" to be rushed through.
Public want government to prioritise palliative care over legalising assisted suicide - poll
Fresh polling has revealed widespread concern about plans to legalise assisted suicide ahead of a debate in Parliament this Friday on changing the law.
Nigeria's oldest Catholic priest, Monsignor Thomas Oleghe, dies at 104
Nigeria's oldest Catholic priest, Monsignor Thomas Oleghe, has passed away at the age of 104.
Filmmaker Todd Komarnicki on what fuelled Dietrich Bonhoeffer to be a 'pastor, spy and assassin'
"Bonhoeffer is unlike who we are today," says filmmaker Todd Komarnicki.
TD Jakes suffers 'slight health incident' during Sunday sermon
T.D. Jakes, founder of The Potter's House megachurch in Dallas, Texas, is in "stable" condition after suffering "a slight health incident" after praying Psalm 19:14 during his Sunday morning service, his church has confirmed.
Christians join other faith leaders to oppose assisted suicide
The Bishop of London and Cardinal Archbishop of Westminster are among the signatories of a joint statement by faith leaders urging MPs not to pass a bill legalising assisted suicide.