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Who is the antichrist? It may not be what we think
Who is the antichrist? It may not be what we think

It is curious to watch each generation "guess" the identity of the antichrist.

Muslim convert to Christianity says Jesus appeared to him every night for weeks
Muslim convert to Christianity says Jesus appeared to him every night for weeks

"A man wearing all white knocked at my door every night and I couldn't look at him because his face was so shiny and bright."

Worldwide climate strikes are 'prophetic', says Christian Aid

The climate strikes sweeping the globe are a "prophetic movement", Christian Aid has said.

We're increasingly bombarded with choices – and it's stressing us out
We're increasingly bombarded with choices – and it's stressing us out

When we're presented with more choices, making the "right" or "correct" decision begins to feel more crucial and, at the same time, more unattainable.

Four signs you have high emotional intelligence
Four signs you have high emotional intelligence

Improved emotional intelligence can be very useful in all sorts of circumstances – be it in work, at home, in school, or even when you're just socialising with your friends.

A balancing act: security vs openness at churches
A balancing act: security vs openness at churches

How churches weigh the need for physical security against the call to be welcoming.

Episcopal bishop to go before hearing panel for refusing to allow same-sex marriage in his diocese
Episcopal bishop to go before hearing panel for refusing to allow same-sex marriage in his diocese

An Episcopal bishop in the US who was subjected to disciplinary measures for refusing to allow same-sex marriage ceremonies in his diocese has welcomed the opportunity to argue his case before a hearing panel.

New lay ministers encouraged to be
New lay ministers encouraged to be "lifelong learners" of Christian faith amid "challenging times"

The Rev Canon Doug Chaplin encouraged 40 new lay ministers to regularly study the Bible and be "lifelong learners" of what it means to live in Christ's image during a special service at Worcester Cathedral.

Abortions fall to their lowest levels since 1973
Abortions fall to their lowest levels since 1973

The number of women having an abortion in the US has fallen to its lowest levels since it was decriminalised by Roe vs Wade in 1973, according to a new report.

Wheaton college students sue city of Chicago after being stopped from evangelising
Wheaton college students sue city of Chicago after being stopped from evangelising

Four student evangelists from Wheaton College in Illinois are suing Chicago city over a set of rules that they say are restricting their freedom of speech and religion at a popular park.

Brother of abducted priest has't given up hope of his return
Brother of abducted priest has't given up hope of his return

The brother of a priest who was abducted a year ago in Niger has not given up hope that he will be set free.

Scottish Government's U-turn on named person scheme welcomed by Christian groups
Scottish Government's U-turn on named person scheme welcomed by Christian groups

The Scottish Government has dropped controversial plans to appoint a state guardian for every child in Scotland following fierce opposition from Christians, among others.

Evangelicals challenge Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission over abortion stance
Evangelicals challenge Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission over abortion stance

Evangelicals in Northern Ireland have criticised the Human Rights Commission for failing to stop radical new abortion laws coming into effect next month.

13,000ft leap of faith for the Bishop of Lewes
13,000ft leap of faith for the Bishop of Lewes

The Bishop of Lewes took a literal leap of faith this week when he jumped out of a plane at 13,000ft in aid of church work in communities.

Fashion catwalk at cathedral is 'antithesis of Christian gospel'
Fashion catwalk at cathedral is 'antithesis of Christian gospel'

The Queen's former chaplain, the Rev Dr Gavin Ashenden has criticised Southwark Cathedral for hosting a high profile fashion catwalk featuring scantily clad models.

Ten Commandments replaced with Xi Jinping quotes in Chinese churches
Ten Commandments replaced with Xi Jinping quotes in Chinese churches

As China continues its religious crackdown, the authorities in part of central China have reportedly removed the Ten Commandments from churches and replaced them with quotes by President Xi Jinping.