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20 Indian Christians hurt in attack on prayer meeting
Local reports say 35 Hindu radicals stormed a prayer meeting in Raikashipur village as more than 150 Christians met for prayer.

The World Cup is 'an incredible ministry opportunity': How Russia's evangelicals are using it to spread the gospel
For a few weeks, everyone goes soccer mad â and for churches, it's an unrivalled opportunity to share the Gospel.

Paula White: 'Jesus as a Refugee' is different to those who are entering the US illegally
Amid the hysteria surrounding the separation of immigrant families who recently entered the United States illegally, one of President Donald Trump's spiritual advisers, Paula White, is speaking out in support of stronger border laws and explains the difference between Jesus as a refugee and those who break immigration laws.

Genocide in Nigeria: Over 6,000 Nigerian Christians slaughtered, mostly women and children
Church leaders in Nigeria have reported that Christians in the country are experiencing "pure genocide" as 6,000 people, mostly women and children, have been murdered by Fulani radicals since January.

Church of England goes for growth with more than 100 new churches planned
The scheme will see new Christian communities in areas including the Kent coast, housing estates in Plymouth and market towns in Cambridgeshire at a cost of £27 million.
Brett Kavanaugh wins evangelical backing ahead of confirmation hearing
Evangelicals have welcomed President Trump's pick to succeed Justice Anthony Kennedy at the US Supreme Court.

Letter revealing Martin Luther's antisemitism could fetch $300,000
Luther was in favour of dialogue with Jews earlier in his life. However, by 1543, when he wrote this letter, he had become bitterly hostile to them.

All 13 rescued from flooded Thailand cave
'The 12 Wild Boars and coach have emerged from the cave and they are safe,' the Thai navy SEAL unit said on its official Facebook page.

Is Jordan Peterson bringing the prodigals home?
While some people of faith view him as a dangerous figure, many of the very moving comments on his YouTube channel clearly suggest that his lectures are engaging with unbelievers in a positive way.

Why making time to pray is crucial for our evangelism
The call to prayer throughout the Bible isn't a call to legalism, it's a call to a deeper, more joyful, more contented life walking with Jesus.

World Cup fever: Is it right to pray for England?
A lot of people are asking me to pray for England. When I mentioned this in a Christian context people looked aghast.

'What a Beautiful Name' singer Brooke Ligertwood says her worship songs are inspired by 'the manure of life'
The Hillsong artist shared the inspiration behind her songs with Pastor Rich Wilkerson Jr. at the Vous Church conference

British Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton says he prays every time before he eats
Four-time British Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton, who is poised to become that country's richest sports star when he signs a nearly $160 million contract extension with Mercedes, says his Christian faith particularly prayer is now playing a more central role in his life.
Prince Louis baptized by the Archbishop of Canterbury; Prince Harry gifts first edition Winnie The Pooh
Prince Louis was baptized today by the Archbishop of Canterbury in a private ceremony in the Chapel Royal at St James's Palace.

How the Church of England is still fighting the War on Wonga
The challenge is to create a common life in which credit does not crush people but contributes to the common good, where debt strengthens rather than splinters communities.

Daring archaeologists retrieve astonishing finds from Israel cave
The vessels dating from between the 3rd and 1st centuries BC were found last year but have only just been recovered because of the difficulty of getting them out.