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Scots urged to reject ‘extreme’ assisted suicide legislation
Scottish voters are being urged to contact their MSPs ahead of a Stage One vote in Holyrood next week. 
Posted: May 6, 2025, 8:42 am
Jeremy Clarkson warns Christianity is 'in danger' amid falling birth rates
Broadcaster and columnist Jeremy Clarkson has issued a stark warning about the future of Christianity, suggesting that a sharp decline in birth rates across the Western world could pose an existential threat to the faith’s long-term survival.
Posted: May 6, 2025, 8:19 am
Trump denies any involvement in AI pope image amid Catholic backlash
The controversy erupted just days before a historic Vatican conclave to elect the successor to Pope Francis.
Posted: May 6, 2025, 8:08 am
More churches embrace AI in ministry but pastors prefer to write their own sermons - study
More churches across the U.S. are embracing the use of Artificial Intelligence in their ministries, but pastors have stopped short of using the technology to prepare their sermons, data from the State of the Church Tech 2025 report shows.
Posted: May 6, 2025, 8:00 am
Telling the untold story behind elections
There’s an untold story about the elections we have just had across England - and maybe about every election that ever gets held anywhere. It’s a story that matters just as much as the election results. 
Posted: May 5, 2025, 8:58 am
Madagascan Christians called to lead by example in struggling country
“We cannot serve Jesus Christ in church, and the devil outside.”
Posted: May 5, 2025, 8:57 am
Churches and cathedrals help kick off VE Day 80th anniversary commemorations
Churches and cathedrals are playing a big part in this week's 80th anniversary commemorations of Victory in Europe - or VE - Day which marked the end of World War II in Europe in 1945. 
Posted: May 5, 2025, 7:53 am
Faith, justice and change: Niall Cooper reflects on nearly three decades with Church Action on Poverty
After 28 years at the helm of Church Action on Poverty, Niall Cooper is stepping down from his role as director – marking the end of a remarkable chapter in Christian social justice and offering a moment for both reflection and gratitude.
Posted: May 4, 2025, 8:33 am
Samuel Escobar, Latin American theologian and missions leader, dies at 90
Samuel Escobar Aguirre, a leading Peruvian theologian, missiologist and Bible scholar, has died at the age of 90.
Posted: May 3, 2025, 8:07 am
Cost-saving claims raise fears for vulnerable under UK assisted suicide plans
Financial savings for Britain's broken healthcare system could pressure more vulnerable people into choosing assisted suicide if it were to be legalised.
Posted: May 3, 2025, 7:27 am
The hidden harm of the prosperity gospel
Who wouldn’t want a faith that promises wealth, health, and success? But beneath its shiny surface, the prosperity gospel holds dangerous distortions of God’s character and the true essence of Christian faith. 
Posted: May 3, 2025, 7:24 am
Christian Aid to cut back staff, hopes for more efficient use of donor money
The charity will fall from 720 staff to around 400.
Posted: May 3, 2025, 7:23 am
How can churches and Christians build on the 'quiet revival'?
“On five occasions in history the church has gone to the dogs, but on each occasion, it was the dogs that died.” GK Chesterton
Posted: May 3, 2025, 7:23 am
The Supreme Court has finally opened the door to transparency in ‘end of life’ cases
The legal system must reckon with how it handles the most fundamental question of all: who decides whether a life is worth saving? And if such decisions are to be made, they must be subject to full scrutiny—not hidden from the light of public accountability.
Posted: May 3, 2025, 7:22 am
Justin Welby reveals Pope Francis called him after resignation
Welby spoke warmly of Pope Francis' legacy of love and their first meeting.
Posted: May 2, 2025, 9:23 am
Northern Ireland's proposed conversion therapy ban likely to target ordinary parents and Christians
Freedom of Information requests reveal there have been almost no recorded cases of so-called "conversion therapy" in Northern Ireland.
Posted: May 2, 2025, 9:11 am
Scottish assisted suicide bill could open 'Pandora's box'
Members of the Scottish Parliament have been warned that proposals to legalise assisted suicide could open a “Pandora’s box” and put vulnerable members of society at risk.
Posted: May 2, 2025, 8:48 am
'What the enemy meant for evil, God turned for good': UK nurse’s brush with death leads to life-changing service with Mercy Ships
When paediatric nurse, Emma Janavicius, collapsed last year from an undiagnosed medical emergency, she had no idea that what began as a terrifying health crisis would become a catalyst for answering a long-postponed call by God to serve.
Posted: May 1, 2025, 8:55 am
1,000 pastors and ministry leaders to gather in Berlin for major European evangelism congress
The gathering will bring together pastors and ministry leaders from across Europe around the theme of Romans 1:16, which states: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.”
Posted: May 1, 2025, 8:44 am
Barclays to implement Supreme Court gender ruling
Barclays is striking a rather different tone from a few years ago when it said staff could use whichever facilities aligned with their preferred gender.
Posted: May 1, 2025, 8:26 am
Nicaraguan churches subjected to state repression over Easter as religious restrictions intensify
As the government tightens its repression on religious activity, Protestant and Roman Catholic churches all over Nicaragua faced heavy curtailments during the Easter weekend celebrations this year, a Christian human rights group has said. 
Posted: May 1, 2025, 8:05 am
'Unprecedented' research shows worldwide majority believes in God
Most people worldwide believe in God, according to Bible Society research. Atheism is actually in the minority.
Posted: April 30, 2025, 12:33 pm
Man charged over Easter church vandalism
A man has been charged following a police investigation into the vandalism of churches in Leyland, near Preston, over Easter. 
Posted: April 30, 2025, 9:01 am
Study looks at reasons behind rise in arson attacks on Canadian churches
Arson attacks on Canadian churches have more than doubled since 2021, a new study finds, attributing the surge largely to public reaction over potential unmarked graves at former residential schools rather than anti-religious hostility.
Posted: April 30, 2025, 8:44 am
Why a life built on a relationship with Jesus offers eternal security in an unstable world
It’s astounding how quickly life can shift.
Posted: April 30, 2025, 8:33 am
Lee Strobel says near-death experiences and miracles prove the supernatural in the Bible is 'not fakery' but real
Bestselling Christian author and former investigative journalist, Lee Strobel, says Americans’ recent fascination with the unseen world led him to tackle one of his most personal and provocative subjects yet — miracles and near-death experiences, in an attempt to affirm Scripture and draw them closer to God.
Posted: April 30, 2025, 8:22 am
Non-Crime Hate Incidents should be abolished
Simply reading the scriptures can be seen as a "non crime hate incident".
Posted: April 30, 2025, 8:07 am
Liverpool player Cody Gakpo to be warned over Jesus message
In the Premier League, Jesus is controversial, rainbow flags are not
Posted: April 30, 2025, 7:42 am
TD Jakes ushers in new era at The Potter’s House with leadership transition to daughter
Jakes' daughter, Sarah Jakes Roberts, and her husband Pastor Touré Roberts will assume senior pastoral roles later this year, marking a new chapter for the church.
Posted: April 29, 2025, 9:09 am
'Just believe it you idiot and see what happens' - how to bring Gen Z to church
What leads a man to become a "Reactionary Catholic Zoomer"?
Posted: April 29, 2025, 8:42 am
German churches lost over a million followers last year, 'nones' now the largest group
Even those who remain don't seem to be going to church very often.
Posted: April 29, 2025, 8:36 am
Equalities body gives interim guidance after Supreme Court trans ruling
The EHRC said that the guidance was necessary following the ruling due to public uncertainty about the ruling’s implications.
Posted: April 29, 2025, 8:34 am
Call to end at-home abortions after abuses
At-home abortions are open to abuse, say campaigners.
Posted: April 29, 2025, 8:31 am
Remembering over 10 million lives lost to abortion in the UK
On Sunday, a sombre milestone was observed – 57 years since the Abortion Act was implemented in the UK in 1968.
Posted: April 28, 2025, 8:37 pm
German cardinal calls on conclave to elect 'orthodox' pope
A German cardinal has warned that the Catholic Church faces a split if it fails to replace the late Pope Francis with an “orthodox” candidate.
Posted: April 28, 2025, 7:36 am
Dutch euthanasia figures raise alarm ahead of assisted suicide vote
5% of Dutch deaths are done via euthanasia
Posted: April 28, 2025, 7:31 am
Who was Pope Adrian IV, the only English Pope?
Few people know that there was once a Pope from England. This is the story …
Posted: April 27, 2025, 8:00 am
'Humble' Pope Francis buried after funeral watched by hundreds of thousands
Thousands of people crowded into St Peter's Square on Saturday morning for the funeral of Pope Francis. 
Posted: April 26, 2025, 8:32 am
Release of man who killed Graham Staines and sons sparks public outrage 
The release of Mahendra Hembram has raised fears of politicised justice in India.
Posted: April 26, 2025, 8:18 am
Church of England launches housing fund to tackle community homelessness
The Church of England has unveiled a new £3.2 million grant scheme to support parishes and dioceses in developing affordable housing projects on church-owned land.
Posted: April 26, 2025, 8:08 am
Winchester Cathedral saw bumper Easter numbers as 'quiet revival' continues
Winchester’s experience echoes that of other denominations and churches around the country.
Posted: April 26, 2025, 7:57 am
Why Christian hope is different from all other hopes
Even in all this darkness, one question remains: without hope, what are we living for?
Posted: April 26, 2025, 7:32 am
The Cosmos and the Cross: A Christian’s perspective on space
Reflecting on alien life, Easter, and the God who holds the galaxies.
Posted: April 25, 2025, 9:34 am
Gaza church praises Pope Francis who called 'every day' during war
The Holy Family Church was praised boy Francis for its "closeness" to him during his "period of trial".
Posted: April 25, 2025, 9:29 am
170 Nigerian Christians killed during Lent and Easter
Massacres are becoming "customary" during Christian festivals
Posted: April 25, 2025, 9:27 am
Court rules against gender neutral toilets in Scottish schools
The courts appear to be turning against trans activism.
Posted: April 25, 2025, 9:17 am
Easter sees bumper church attendance
Church leaders report packed sanctuaries and queues outside.
Posted: April 24, 2025, 5:15 am
How is the new pope chosen?
As far as we know, the film Conclave is basically accurate
Posted: April 24, 2025, 5:14 am
What can the CofE learn from Pope Francis?
As the Church of England continues its lengthy process to appoint a new Archbishop of Canterbury, are there lessons it could learn from Pope Francis? Well, maybe.
Posted: April 24, 2025, 5:11 am
Will any of these men become Pope?
If you've seen the film Conclave, you'll know it's never the frontrunner.
Posted: April 24, 2025, 5:06 am

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How long until next pope appointed – and other crucial questions answered


As Catholics worldwide mourn Pope Francis's passing, a decision must be made about his successor

Posted: April 26, 2025, 4:26 pm
Political elites risk extinguishing key buttress of what makes us British


It's time to be honest about how politicians and business leaders treat our traditions.

Posted: April 20, 2025, 6:54 pm
Archaeology breakthrough as hidden inscriptions found in Jesus's Last Supper Room


A team of researchers have uncovered Medieval inscriptions hidden on the walls of the traditional location of the Last Supper in Jerusalem.

Posted: April 20, 2025, 2:03 pm
BBC star says there’s a fear about getting 'cancelled' over religious views


EXCLUSIVE: BBC 2's Pilgrimage: The Road Through the Alps starts on Easter Sunday and sees seven celebrities confront their religious views and each other.

Posted: April 20, 2025, 2:00 pm
Archaeologists believe 2,000-year-old ring may be Pontius Pilate's


A 2,000-year-old ring discovered near Jerusalem may well have been worn by the man who condemned Jesus to death.

Posted: April 20, 2025, 11:38 am
Chocolate and Easter go hand-in-hand... just like new life and new hope


In an exclusive Easter message, the Archbishop of York reminds us the great British confectioners were built on Quaker values. We should reflect them ourselves

Posted: April 20, 2025, 10:49 am
Why young people are excited about Jesus Christ


The Resurrection is like a breach in a wall for others to follow

Posted: April 19, 2025, 3:21 pm
Surprising reason it's called 'Good Friday' - and it's not what you might expect


The Friday before Easter is commonly known as Good Friday in English, but people have been left baffled after learning how it got its name.

Posted: April 18, 2025, 3:00 am
Ancient Egypt bombshell as 'Jesus Christ's body found' in hidden chamber, claims expert


British anthropologist Dr Paul Warner claims to have found the body of Jesus Christ and the Ark of the Covenant in a hidden double-cave under the Great Pyramid of Egypt

Posted: April 15, 2025, 2:40 pm
JD Vance urged to protect religious freedom after fears for Orthodox Christians


The Eastern Orthodox church is under threat because of claims it is close to Russia, say adherents

Posted: April 12, 2025, 12:26 pm

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Interim Pope is a bloke called Kevin from Dublin
He is responsible for the transition of power.
Author: Danny Rigg
Posted: April 21, 2025, 11:08 am
What happens now after the death of Pope Francis?
Will the next Pope be progressive or a hardline conservative?
Author: Josh Milton and Danny Rigg
Posted: April 21, 2025, 9:12 am
‘God’s just doing stuff’ — why Gen Z are getting into religion right now
'Being a Christian is not a boring life.'
Author: Courtney Pochin
Posted: April 20, 2025, 6:00 am
LGBT+ church leader arrested after Metro investigation into ‘sexual abuse’
They was 'just a hugger' doing 'old guy things', one alleged victim was told.
Author: Josh Milton and Danny Rigg
Posted: November 18, 2024, 4:38 pm
‘I was a member of a shadowy church with no name under investigation by the FBI’
In 2012, Jolyn stopped attending the religion's meetings to focus on putting herself through college.
Author: Sarah Hooper
Posted: September 23, 2024, 5:00 pm
Pensioner who’s survived being crucified 35 times says it’s time to hang up the nails
'Because my body is getting weaker, I can't tell — if there will be a next one or if this is really the final time.'
Author: Brooke Davies
Posted: March 29, 2024, 3:57 pm
Why do people eat fish on Good Friday?
It's a traditional meal over Easter weekend.
Author: Sophie Dickinson
Posted: March 28, 2024, 10:43 am
My religious beliefs are threatening to ruin my friend’s wedding
My friend and his wife-to-be have asked me to participate by doing a reading from the Bible. 
Author: Alison Rios McCrone
Posted: March 17, 2024, 9:00 am
Met says sorry for PCSO who stuck tongue out when she confronted a busker
'We’re sorry for the offence caused and will take the learning forward.'
Author: Brooke Davies
Posted: January 31, 2024, 9:49 am
Spanish right-wingers fume over depiction of Jesus that’s way too sexy
Artist Salustiano García based the face of Christ on his 27-year-old son Horacio.
Author: Craig Munro
Posted: January 30, 2024, 4:17 pm
Very mature PCSO sticks tongue out after challenging busker’s song choice
The volunteer special constable tried to stop a popular Christian worship singer from performing in Oxford Street,.
Author: Sam Courtney-Guy
Posted: January 29, 2024, 5:12 pm
I was born into one of the world’s most notorious religious cults, we thought Armageddon was coming
'It took 22 years for me to be free physically and it's a lifelong journey to be free mentally.'
Author: Alice Giddings
Posted: January 29, 2024, 9:37 am
I emailed to check whether I would be welcome in church
After rejecting the chuch in my teens, my first service back in over 20 years felt like coming home.
Author: Cleo Madeleine
Posted: December 17, 2023, 11:00 am
Church bell that chimed every hour for 200 years is silenced after a single complaint
'This change has not only disrupted our sense of community but also altered an integral part of our town's identity,'
Author: Sarah Hooper
Posted: November 16, 2023, 2:53 pm
Should I convert to my partner’s religion in order to marry her?
Do not feel pressured to do something that does not align with your genuine views.
Author: Alison Rios McCrone
Posted: October 1, 2023, 7:00 am
‘I was born into one of the world’s most notorious religious cults, we thought Armageddon was coming’
'It took 22 years for me to be free physically and it's a lifelong journey to be free mentally.'
Author: Alice Giddings
Posted: September 15, 2023, 5:00 am
Satanic symbols scrawled on vodka bar after top politician said name ‘offended’ his religion
A politician had previously said the bar's name 'belongs in the pit of hell'.
Author: Jordan King
Posted: September 1, 2023, 4:07 pm
Who is Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby as he speaks in the House of Lords?
The Archbishop will speak in the House of Lords later today.
Author: Evelyn Richards
Posted: May 10, 2023, 10:45 am
When is Orthodox Easter 2023 and in what ways is it different?
Don't expect chocolate eggs.
Author: Andrew Gaudion
Posted: April 9, 2023, 4:00 am
According to the Easter story, what is the significance of Easter Sunday?
Let's remind ourselves of the true meaning behind Easter (don't worry, you can keep eating your egg while reading)
Author: Amy Willis and Taran Bassi
Posted: April 9, 2023, 3:00 am
What is Fish Friday and what does it have to do with Easter?
Holy mackerel. Almost literally. Here's why fish on Fridays is important for Christians.
Author: Jack Slater
Posted: April 7, 2023, 9:15 am
Why do we have Easter eggs? Tradition of chocolate eggs explained
When can you crack open the chocolate?
Author: Jessica Lindsay
Posted: April 6, 2023, 3:12 pm
What is Palm Sunday and how is it celebrated?
Christians across the world are today observing Palm Sunday.
Author: Evelyn Richards
Posted: April 2, 2023, 3:00 am
‘Sexist’ church marks International Women’s Day by voting against female vicar
The church said women could join the clergy but they 'an overall male priest in charge'.
Author: Jordan King
Posted: March 8, 2023, 4:05 pm
What is Ash Wednesday? The meaning behind the first day of Lent
Here's why the holy day is observed.
Author: Zaina Alibhai
Posted: February 22, 2023, 4:00 am
Demi Lovato’s HOLY FVCK poster offensive to Christians says watchdog
Oopsies.
Author: Kitty Chrisp
Posted: January 11, 2023, 11:37 am
When are the 12 Days of Christmas and what do they symbolise?
And what's 'a partridge in a pear tree' got to do with it?
Author: Elizabeth Atkin
Posted: December 13, 2022, 11:22 am
Couple are the first to baptise their son in a font made of Lego
'Everybody loves Lego!'
Author: Brooke Davies
Posted: November 30, 2022, 6:01 pm
Man parks his Land Rover on church path to stop cars ‘damaging’ his house
The 'constant' stream of traffic to the church was apparently damaging his home.
Author: Brooke Davies
Posted: November 30, 2022, 4:58 pm
Bishop told congregation they would ‘die from Covid without his £91 cure’
Climate Wiseman claimed the virus couldn't 'stand the power' of his so-called cure.
Author: Joe Roberts
Posted: November 24, 2022, 12:36 pm

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