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Christians in Nigeria cling to faith as violence closes in

As deadly attacks on Christian communities continue across central Nigeria, worshippers in Plateau State gathered this month to pray for relief, healing and justice.

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Concerns raised about the creation of 'three parent babies'

The process has brought joy to some, but at what cost?

baby, pregnancy, family, motherhood, parenting

UK government targets 10 countries to protect believers – but have they made the right choices?

As Christians face increasing numbers of attacks across the world, the British Foreign Office is to target 10 countries in a bid to get them to improve their record on protecting freedom of religion or belief (FoRB).

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Research suggests many Brits are afraid to express true opinions

New research by Ipsos Mori has found that many Brits fear expressing their true feelings on race, religion and immigration in case they offend someone.

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Spotlight

Beyond the Quiet Revival 

There is an openness to Scripture, especially among younger people, that hasn't been seen for years. Are we ready to meet this with good resources, with minds and hearts prepared for potentially stretching conversations, and with a personal confidence that the Bible is trustworthy and true? 

Bible, Bible study, faith, Bible reading, Bible engagement, Christianity, revival
World
The Holy Family Church in Gaza
Israeli shelling hits Gaza’s only Catholic Church, killing three and wounding 10

In a rare move, the Israeli Foreign Ministry posted an apology on social media.

Nigeria
Nigeria still struggling to protect Christians from Fulani extremists

One man from the Civil Defence Corps gave his life against hopeless odds.

Damage to St Michael’s Melkite Greek-Catholic Church.
Fresh attacks on Christians in Syria after deadly church bombing

Can anyone bring peace and order in Syria?

Pakistan
Pakistan to investigate harms caused by blasphemy laws

In what attorneys in Pakistan termed a “huge ray of hope,” a federal high court on Tuesday directed the government to form an inquiry commission within 30 days to investigate blatant abuse of blasphemy laws.

News
gay marriage
Justin Welby's woeful ignorance of same-sex relationships

Justin Welby seems to want to be a cheerleader for the LGBT cause, but he clearly hasn’t done his homework first. 

Make the UK holy again
London prayer event aims to 'Make the UK Holy Again'

Some 300 Christians from the US and Korea are already confirmed to attend.

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The most dangerous book in the world

The Bible is powerful. That is why it is feared by regimes who want all power to rest solely with them.

Church of England General Synod York
A lone Synod voice against the cosy consensus on Issues in Human Sexuality

It took a brave dissenter to defy the cosy consensus at the Church of England's General Synod over ditching the Bishops’ teaching document that officially prevented practising homosexuals from being ordained.

Council of Patriarchs and Heads of Churches of Jerusalem in Taybeh.
Christians in West Bank targeted by Israeli settlers as violence intensifies

Violence by Israeli settlers is now at a 20 year high.

Justin Welby
Justin Welby's updated views on homosexuality not helpful, says critic

Welby now believes homosexual relationships can be a "huge blessing".

John MacArthur
John MacArthur, respected pastor who defied Covid lockdowns, dies at 86

John MacArthur, the California-based Bible teacher, pastor and author known for his polarizing theological stances and defiance of Covid-19 lockdowns, has died at 86. 

Church of England General Synod York
Evangelicals concerned about Church of England trajectory after vote on sexuality document

Church of England clergy no longer need to affirm Issues in Human Sexuality.

Kenya
Ruto’s church plan sparks controversy over faith and state in Kenya

President William Ruto has unveiled plans to construct an enormous Christian church within the grounds of Kenya’s presidential residence in Nairobi -  a move that has drawn both praise and fierce criticism, igniting a national debate on religion’s place in the public sphere.

Stonemasons, Gloucester Cathedral
Gloucester Cathedral completes 5-year renovation project

A team of stonemasons worked to integrate new stone into the building and have even added a group of four “grotesques”.

Raqqa Syria
EU Parliament passes resolution calling for protection of Christians in Syria

“This resolution marks an important step toward building international momentum to protect Christians and other religious minorities in Syria."

Holy Family Church in Gaza
Pope calls for ceasefire after deadly attack on Catholic church in Gaza

The Israeli strike on the church has reportedly killed three people and seriously injured several others.

Church of St George, Taybeh
Priests demand probe after arson at ancient church in West Bank's last remaining Christian town

Priests in the last remaining Christian town in the West Bank have called for an "immediate and transparent investigation" following a series of alleged attacks by Jewish settlers in Taybeh.

baby
Low birth rate and soaring abortions are a sign of 'cultural rot', says pro-life group

In some parts of the country, nearly half of pregnancies end in abortion

Democratic Republic of Congo
Islamist militants take advantage of chaos in the Congo

The "Allied Democratic Forces" are not as friendly as they sound.

Päivi Räsänen
Päivi Räsänen may leave church over gay stance

Päivi Räsänen's denomination has opened up churches to same-sex weddings and blessings.