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A prayer to mark 50 years since the moon landing
Churches are joining in celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of the moon landing by holding special exhibitions and interactive events, while the Church of England has released a special prayer giving thanks to the God who made it all possible.
London City Mission CEO forgives police officer who watched adult content in his home after son's heartbreaking suicide
The CEO of London City Mission has said he forgives the police officer who watched adult content on his TV hours after his son had taken his own life.
Evangelical Fellowship in the Anglican Communion appoints Henry Scriven as interim General Secretary
The Evangelical Fellowship in the Anglican Communion (EFAC) has appointed Bishop Henry Scriven as interim General Secretary.
Perpetrators of persecution must be brought to justice, says Lord Alton
Governments in democratic countries must work to bring the perpetrators of persecution to justice, Lord Alton told a major religious freedom summit in Washington DC this week.
Joshua Harris, author of 'I Kissed Dating Goodbye', announces separation from wife
Joshua Harris, the Christian pastor who wrote "I Kissed Dating Goodbye" before eventually renouncing some of its controversial ideas, has confirmed he is separating from his wife.
Please attend funeral of 101-year-old WWII veteran, begs friend
The friend of a 101-year-old World War II veteran who died without any surviving family has appealed to members of the public to come to his funeral.
UK Government pledges to accept all recommendations of Christian persecution review
The Government has said it will accept all of the recommendations in a major review calling for more action to be taken in response to Christian persecution.
England rugby player stands by defence of Israel Folau's 'hell awaits' post
Billy Vunipola has said he will not "take a step back" from his position on the Israel Folau controversy.
Tearfund scales up support for Rohingya refugees as monsoon rains bring fresh misery
"Camp life has become extremely messy and muddy due to the heavy and continuous rain," said James Rana, international development agency Tearfund's Rohingya Response Manager in Bangladesh.
Westminster pushes ahead with changes to Northern Ireland's abortion laws
MPs have been accused of "imposing" abortion on Northern Ireland after voting 328 to 65 in favour of relaxing the law around terminations in the province.
Church leader appeals to Nicola Sturgeon to protect freedom of conscience over attacks on SNP MP
Bishop Hugh Gilbert has written to Scotland's First Minister asking her to uphold freedom of conscience after SNP MP Dr Lisa Cameron was subjected to abuse over her vote against the legalisation of abortion in Northern Ireland.
Planned Parenthood CEO ousted over 'philosophical differences' on abortion campaigning
The president of the largest abortion provider in the US has been ousted from her role apparently over a conflict of opinion on the direction of the organisation and her messaging strategy.
Lords approve Northern Ireland abortion plans despite challenges from conservative peers
The House of Lords voted overwhelmingly last night in favour of plans to relax abortion restrictions to Northern Ireland despite strong objections from conservative peers.
The Bible says to welcome refugees
A new Trump ruling will prohibit virtually all Central American migrants from seeking asylum in the United States.
XXXchurch founder Craig Gross moving on after 17 years at the helm
Craig Gross, who founded XXXchurch 17 years, is handing over the reins to former adult star Brittni De La Mora and Rich De La Mora.
'I have no problem with faith or spirituality,' says atheist comedian Ricky Gervais
Atheist comedian Ricky Gervais talked about the difference between faith and magic during an interview with Stephen Colbert on "The Late Show" this week.