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Pope Francis warns against 'conversing' with Satan, an 'evil person...more intelligent than us'
Pope Francis has warned against 'conversing' with Satan, describing 'person' of the Devil as 'more intelligent than us', an evil enemy who will 'turn you upside down'.
Meet the Nativity review: The viral Christmas gift that keeps on giving
This festive season has seen an innovative, profound and highly successful new short film series hit the internet. Not another commercial Christmas ad, but a creative, deeply Christian but mercifully un-preachy exploration of the reason for the season. Meet the Nativity really is Christmas come early.
CofE set to publish report into handling of George Bell 'abuse' case â but will it satisfy critics?
The Church of England is expected tomorrow to publish an independent report into its handling of an abuse claim against the late George Bell, the former Bishop of Chichester, after keen anticipation from his supporters that is likely only partially to be satisfied.
Grenfell 6 months on: Why survivors are still angry
Six months after the Grenfell Tower disaster on 14 June, mourners and others are gathering at St Paul's Cathedral for a memorial service. When news of the fire broke overnight, as hundreds trapped inside struggled to survive, noone, outside the tower at least, knew the lasting impact this tragedy would have on the local community and beyond.
Theresa May given scorched Bible saved from Iraqi church burned by ISIS
A Bible in Arabic taken from the ruins of a church in Iraq burned by Islamic State has been presented to Prime Minister Theresa May.
Archbishop of Canterbury: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's church wedding is based on genuine faith
The Archbishop of Canterbury has insisted Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to marry in church is based on their genuine faith and commitment.
Welby urges 'ceasefire' from political war of insults over Brexit
The Archbishop of Canterbury has called for a 'ceasefire' on insults and personal attacks over Brexit.
Muslim keyholder to Jerusalem's Holy Sepulchre Church says Vice President Pence isn't welcome
The official custodian in charge of the keys to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre has refused to welcome officially the US Vice President Pence when he visits Jerusalem's Old City later this month.
Justin Welby joins royals for London Bridge memorial, commends 'courage' of Londoners
The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has commended the 'courage' of Londoners 'pressing on' with their lives following the summer's London Bridge attack. He spoke as he joined the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall last night to meet locals at Borough Market, where the terrorist violence took place.
'I cannot remember peace': One Iraqi priest's hopes for Christians in the Middle East
At the age of 27 Father Daniel says he cannot remember any point in his life where there was peace.
#GodWithUs: How Christingle services can bring communities together
The Church of England's second #GodWithUs Christmas film focuses on the Christingle service used in many churches to support the work of The Children's Society.
Christian charities warn Rohingya face more violence if they're returned to Myanmar
Around 626,000 Rohinghas have been driven out of Myanmar's Rakhine State since August by a campaign against them by the military involving murder and rape.
Theresa May under pressure as MPs back petition urging protection for Christians in Middle East
Theresa May is under pressure to protect persecuted religious minorities in the Middle East today as a report warns around 80 per cent of Christians are being driven out of Iraq alone.
Have the Wise Men got lost? Researchers find they've nearly disappeared from Christmas cards
In the original Gospel story the number of Magi is not given, but they have been depicted as a trio because they brought three gifts, of gold, frankincense and myrrh.
Alabama's evangelicals left reeling: Reaction to Doug Jones' victory
Evangelical voters in the US reeled in shock as their chosen candidate lost in Alabama, handing the state to a Democrat for the first time in 25 years.
The 8 things you need to know about the 8 days of Chanukah
The moral of Chanukah is that, ironically, sometimes you have to be prepared to fight in order to obtain genuine peace.