John Lennox urges Christians to overcome fear of sharing their faith
“What we all can do is to share what Christ has done for us,” he said.
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Bishop urges churches to embrace growing interest in Christianity
The Bishop of Blackburn has called on churches across Lancashire to prepare for a renewed interest in Christianity, saying there are encouraging signs of a “rebirth” among young people and families exploring faith.
Petition against ban on church's street preaching delivered to Colchester City Council
Officials first said the preaching was too loud before moving on to objections about the content.
Anti-Christian harassment continues to rise in Jerusalem
Many perpetrators believe their actions are justified under Judaic law.
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Are we ready to battle for the Gospel?
Evangelist Rico Tice calls on Christians to embrace the personal sacrifice of making disciples as church leaders hear of fresh opportunities to share the Gospel across Britain.
Young people are finding their way to the Christian faith through media, says bishop
Bishop Ruth Bushyager says an exciting shift is happening after years of unfulfilling secularism.
Children’s declining wellbeing linked to lack of belonging, Christian charity warns
A fifth of young people across the UK struggle to feel at home in their local area, according to a new report from Christian charity The Children’s Society.
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Euthanasia cases in Belgium doubled in last five years
Euthanasia now accounts for 4% of deaths in Belgium.
Anti-Christian harassment continues to rise in Jerusalem
Many perpetrators believe their actions are justified under Judaic law.
Christian Red Cross volunteer slain in northwest Nigeria
Gunmen ambush aid team vehicle.
Open Doors calls for prayer for Syrian Christians following renewed violence
Christian persecution charity Open Doors has appealed for prayers for believers in Syria following another armed attack on the predominantly Christian town of Al-Suqaylabiyah.
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Are we ready to battle for the Gospel?
Evangelist Rico Tice calls on Christians to embrace the personal sacrifice of making disciples as church leaders hear of fresh opportunities to share the Gospel across Britain.
John Lennox urges Christians to overcome fear of sharing their faith
“What we all can do is to share what Christ has done for us,” he said.
The inspiring story of St Luke: the man who wrote a quarter of the New Testament
18 October is St Luke’s Day. This year’s observance has particular significance, marking the 500th anniversary of the first printed publication of Luke’s Gospel in English. This is the story …
Young people are finding their way to the Christian faith through media, says bishop
Bishop Ruth Bushyager says an exciting shift is happening after years of unfulfilling secularism.
Conversion therapy bill denounced as parliamentary scrutiny begins
A parliamentary report on the proposed bill is due in January.
Do we truly give thanks for harvest and the harvesters?
This year’s harvest comes at a crisis moment for British farmers.
The questions Britain must answer about Christian free speech
The case of Anita Meston, the teacher sacked by a secondary school for expressing pro-life views, deepens Britain’s reputation for suppressing Christian freedom of speech.
Church warden and rector lead legal challenge against Church of England's Project Spire
A legal challenge has been on the cards for some time but the names of those spearheading the action have only now been revealed.
Prayers urged ahead of pastor's abortion zone appeal
Johnston, 78, was convicted and fined after he delivered an open air service within an abortion clinic buffer zone in July 2024.
Diocese of Hereford celebrates 1,350th anniversary with visit from Archbishop of Canterbury
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, joined celebrations for the 1,350th anniversary of the founding of the Diocese of Hereford with a visit at the weekend.
‘Strength does not always look impressive’: living with OCD as a Christian
Thea Joshi, of the Centre for Mental Health, reflects on living with OCD as a Christian and what churches and fellow Christians can do to help those living with the condition.
Christian beliefs increasingly unfamiliar to British public, research finds
With more and more people unclear about basic Christian teachings, Britain “is a mission field” in need of faithful Gospel witness, says Ligonier Ministries, which commissioned the survey.
Half of Catholic churches in Glasgow to close
The city was once famed for its Catholic heritage.
Pope Leo XIV recovering after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV has undergone successful surgery to remove a "small, localised nodule" from his lung and has returned to his room at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, the Vatican has confirmed.
SPUC seeks legal advice after SNP cancels conference fringe event
SPUC recently welcomed the SNP decision to drop an abortion motion from its conference.
UN Special Rapporteur calls for end to 'coerced' abortion
Motherhood is not just a "private choice" but a "public good", said the UN Special Rapporteur on Violence Against Women and Girls, Reem Alsalem.
Pastor died after wooden arch fell at Big Church Festival, inquest hears
An inquest into the death of Pastor Robert Guanco has opened.
Pastor convicted of breaching abortion buffer zone set for appeal
The pastor delivered a sermon that made no mention of abortion.
Christian teacher challenges dismissal after sharing pro-life views in class
A Christian teacher is bringing a discrimination claim against a secondary school in Sunderland, alleging that she was dismissed after answering pupils’ questions about her pro-life beliefs and other personal views in class.
What’s so fascinating about Church of England vicars?
Church of England priest Pippa White has more than 32,000 followers on TikTok, her online posts have been seen by millions, and she has just published a book explaining clerical life for a non-church audience.
