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Further decline in membership for the Southern Baptist Convention
The Southern Baptist Convention experienced a decline in membership and worship attendance in 2018 but also an increase in financial giving, according to recently released numbers.
Christianity in Iraq is 'perilously close to extinction', says Archbishop
An Iraqi Archbishop has pleaded with Britain's Church and political leaders to do more to save the Christian community in Iraq from being wiped out.
After landslide win for Modi, India's Christians fear increasing marginalisation
Narendra Modi has promised a "bright future" for India after a landslide election win for his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) party, but Christians are fearing difficult times ahead.
Iranian court upholds prison sentences of two Christian converts
Saheb Fadaie was sentenced to 18 months in prison and Fatemeh Bakhteri to 12 months last September after being found guilty of "spreading propaganda against the regime".
Crackdown on Eritrea's Christians ahead of Independence Day
Eritrea has arrested more than 140 Christians who were meeting in private in the capital Asmara. Fourteen children are among the 141 detained, after the authorities raided a Christian gathering in Mai Temenai.
Christians fearful after two more deadly attacks in Burkina Faso
Violence against Christians has risen dramatically in Burkina Faso this year.
New sanctuary marks fresh start for Texas church where over two dozen people were killed
Sutherland Springs began a new chapter on Sunday when it dedicated a brand new sanctuary a year and a half after a horrific mass shooting left over two dozen congregants dead.
Police file New Zealand's first terrorism charge over mosque shootings
New Zealand police have charged the man accused of murder in shootings at two Christchurch mosques in March with engaging in a terrorist act, the first time such a charge had been brought in the country's history, they said on Tuesday.
European elections guide: what's actually on the ballot paper?
European elections in the UK are rarely about Europe. They are generally seen, by journalists, campaigners and public alike, as massive opinion polls.
Ireland's Catholic bishops in spirited plea ahead of the European elections
Given the potentially profound and far-reaching implications of Brexit for all citizens on this island, participating in the European elections this week, in an informed and conscientious way, has rarely been more important, say bishops
'I have always believed in miracles' - Yes, pray for Scott Morrison and this government
Australia's Prime Minister Scott Morison, an unashamed Christian who worships in a Sydney Pentecostal congregation, opened his victory speech with these words: "I have always believed in miracles."
Killing of community leaders in Colombia has reached 'unprecedented' levels
Belisario Arciniegas GarcÃa, a community leader in Micoahumado, is the latest victim in a string of killings targeting community leaders championing peace and human rights in Colombia.
Israel Folau won't appeal sacking over 'hell awaits' Instagram post
Australian rugby star Israel Folau has decided against appealing the termination of his contract over an Instagram post that told gay people among others that "hell awaits" if they did not repent.
New Anglican diocese created in New Zealand as wider Province moves towards same-sex blessings
The establishment of the Church of Confessing Anglicans Aotearoa/New Zealand follows the passing of a resolution by the Synod of the Anglican Church of Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia paving the way for churches in the province to bless same sex relationships.
European elections: a beginner's guide to the vote
The European Parliament elections are not unlike cricket. Both can last for quite a few days and it can be pretty hard to understand the rules. This year's European elections take place between May 23 and 26 and different countries vote on different days.
Israel Folau sacked over 'hell awaits' Instagram post
Israel Folau's contract has been terminated after an independent panel ruled that Rugby Australia was right to let him go over a social media post in which he said "hell awaits" gay people.