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New sanctuary marks fresh start for Texas church where over two dozen people were killed
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
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
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
'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
Killing of community leaders in Colombia has reached 'unprecedented' levels

Belisario Arciniegas García, 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
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
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
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 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.

In Mexico, children are missing out on education because of religious discrimination
In Mexico, children are missing out on education because of religious discrimination

Alma, 17, hasn't been able to enrol in school ever since her family was forcibly displaced from their village in December 2017.

Diocese of Egypt opens up documents dating back to early 1800s for public access
Diocese of Egypt opens up documents dating back to early 1800s for public access

Scholars, researchers and members of the public interested in researching Egyptian history will now be able to access a treasure trove of church documents dating back to the early 1800s.

UK Government is complicit in debt crisis crippling developing countries, says Christian Aid
UK Government is complicit in debt crisis crippling developing countries, says Christian Aid

Spiralling debt is preventing developing countries from being able to fund vital health services and is instead keeping them trapped in poverty, Christian Aid has warned.

Calls for peace after escalation of religious intolerance following Sri Lanka church attacks
Calls for peace after escalation of religious intolerance following Sri Lanka church attacks

Christians have condemned acts of retaliation on Muslims following the suicide bombing attacks on churches and hotels on Easter Sunday.

India's evangelicals fear more persecution if Modi is re-elected
India's evangelicals fear more persecution if Modi is re-elected

Vijayesh Lal, General Secretary of the Evangelical Fellowship of India, said he was praying for a government that is "close to the heart of God"

Five children killed near monastery during assault on Syrian Christian town

A rocket attack on a Christian town in Syria has left five children dead.