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With new patriarch, Bulgarian Orthodox Church turns toward Moscow
Many who opposed Daniil, the new Patriarch of All Bulgaria, worry that his election represents a sharp turn away from the policies of his predecessor, Neophyte I, who is remembered as a unifier.
Archbishop who opposed Pope Francis excommunicated from Catholic Church
A Roman Catholic archbishop who questioned the legitimacy of Pope Francis and portions of the Second Vatican Council has been excommunicated from the Catholic Church for the canonical crime of schism.
Church of England recognises human dignity of disabled children
"Bringing a disabled child into the world is not a tragedy to be avoided," General Synod heard.
Pray for our MPs, says Christian Institute
Christians are being encouraged to pray for the nation's MPs at a time of significant change after Thursday's General Election saw Labour overturn 14 years of Conservative leadership.
Steve Cox steps down from Christians in Media charity, Lani Charlwood takes over as new Chair
In a significant leadership change, evangelist Steve Cox has stepped down as Chair of Christians in Media after nearly ten years of dedicated service.
Christian social worker to appeal tribunal ruling in discrimination case
A Christian social worker is to appeal against part of an employment tribunal ruling concluding that he was discriminated against by an NHS provider over the withdrawal of a job offer because of his same-sex marraige beliefs.
European Evangelical Alliance disputes Russian Evangelical leader's disunity claims
The European Evangelical Alliance (EEA) has issued a statement refuting claims by a Russian Evangelical leader who told Christian Daily International that the country he loved "is being attacked by the countries of the entire Western Christian world".
Nigeria's Christian leaders condemn 'evil of terrorism' after suicide bombings
Christian leaders in Nigeria have reacted with profound shock and dismay at the suicide bombings in Gwoza, Borno state on Saturday 29 June, which resulted in the deaths of both Muslims and Christians.
Prayers for new Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer after Labour landslide
Prayers are being said for the next government and the UK's new Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer after Labour's landslide victory in Thursday's general elections.
Why did Putin visit a tiny Orthodox church in North Korea?
The presence of a Russian Orthodox Church in Pyongyang is meant to send a powerful message about Russia's sphere of influence.
Christian sentenced to death under Pakistan's blasphemy law
An anti-terrorism court in Pakistan on Saturday handed the death sentence to a Christian for allegedly sharing a "blasphemous" video on a social media platform despite lack of evidence, his attorney said.
Christians pray as Britain heads to the polls
Christians are praying for the nation as millions cast their vote in the UK general elections today.
Tearfund 'deeply saddened' by death of two workers in Democratic Republic of Congo
Two aid workers with Christian development charity Tearfund have been killed in an attack in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Archbishop of Canterbury withdraws Mike Pilavachi award
The Archbishop of Canterbury has withdrawn an award given to Soul Survivor founder Mike Pilavachi after an investigation upheld safeguarding concerns.
Next government must reduce knife crime, says church leader
With just one day to go until the general election, the founder of Street Pastors is pleading with the nation's next leaders to tackle knife crime.
Accusations of schism flying in run up to General Synod
General Synod begins on Friday and it looks as if the "new spirit of generosity and pragmatism" which Bishop Martyn Snow recently identified is going to be in short supply.