Ann Widdecombe remembered in Parliament as woman of 'profound faith' and conviction
MPs have paid tribute to Ann Widdecombe in the Commons as counter-terrorism police continue the investigation into her death.
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The bishops held the line at Synod - but for how much longer?
It took the 14 bishops who voted against Helen King's motion some courage to do so but it could all change when a new Synod is elected this autumn.
Churches and clergy among targets in anti-Christian incidents across Europe
Anti-Christian hate crimes remained elevated in Europe during the month of June, with arson attacks continuing to target Christian sites across the continent.
Church of England Synod rejects motion affirming same-sex relationships
The motion was passed by clergy and laity but rejected by bishops.
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Amnesty International UK expresses 'regret' over report that branded Christian groups 'anti-rights'
Amnesty International UK has expressed "regret" over the publication of a report that labelled dozens of Christian, pro-life and gender critical organisations as "anti-rights".
Catholic teacher says she was dismissed after sharing abortion views with students
A teacher in Scotland has said she was summarily dismissed after telling students that she was personally against abortion.
Christian MP Päivi Räsänen's UK travel authorisation cancelled
Päivi Räsänen, the Christian politician convicted in Finland for her views on marriage and sexuality, says her electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the UK has been cancelled.
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Murder investigation launched into Ann Widdecombe's death
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Church of England passes motion on Palestinian Christians despite warnings from Chief Rabbi
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Amnesty International UK expresses 'regret' over report that branded Christian groups 'anti-rights'
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Christian MP Päivi Räsänen's UK travel authorisation cancelled
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Church of England vicar dismissed after preaching on gender identity wins settlement
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Christian and pro-life groups reject Amnesty report branding them 'anti-rights'
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Christian MP Päivi Räsänen's UK travel authorisation cancelled
Päivi Räsänen, the Christian politician convicted in Finland for her views on marriage and sexuality, says her electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the UK has been cancelled.
EU urges Pakistan to protect religious minority girls from forced conversions
Many victims are Christian women and girls.
Police arrest Christian victims after attack on Coptic church
Egyptian police arrested four Christian men who had been assaulted by a mob during an attack on a Coptic place of worship in Egypt, and freed them two days later once they abandoned the complaint they lodged against those who beat them.
Church of England adds annual commemoration for 21 Christian men martyred by Islamic State
It marks the first change to the Church of England's liturgical calendar in 16 years.
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Amnesty International UK expresses 'regret' over report that branded Christian groups 'anti-rights'
Amnesty International UK has expressed "regret" over the publication of a report that labelled dozens of Christian, pro-life and gender critical organisations as "anti-rights".
Christian MP Päivi Räsänen's UK travel authorisation cancelled
Päivi Räsänen, the Christian politician convicted in Finland for her views on marriage and sexuality, says her electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the UK has been cancelled.
Church of England Synod rejects motion affirming same-sex relationships
The motion was passed by clergy and laity but rejected by bishops.
Ann Widdecombe remembered in Parliament as woman of 'profound faith' and conviction
MPs have paid tribute to Ann Widdecombe in the Commons as counter-terrorism police continue the investigation into her death.
Church of England vicar dismissed after preaching on gender identity wins settlement
Victory at last for former school chaplain Bernard Randall who lost his job after preaching a sermon in which he told students they didn't have to accept LGBT ideology.
Why the Church of England's 2017 vote on banning conversion therapy was a mistake
Members of the Church of England should not appeal to the 2017 vote in any way and should in fact vote to overturn it.
CSW warns of increased suppression in Cuba five years on from protests
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has warned of increased suppression in Cuba in a new report to mark the fifth anniversary of a series of protests across the island nation.
Christian and pro-life groups reject Amnesty report branding them 'anti-rights'
The report, titled “A growing threat: the anti-rights movement in the UK”, was widely condemned in the days following its publication and has been "temporarily" withdrawn while Amnesty carries out an internal review.
Ancient Christian city unearthed in Egypt’s desert
Archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered a remarkably preserved Byzantine-era settlement in the Dakhla Oasis, revealing new evidence of an organised Christian community that flourished in the Western Desert more than 1,600 years ago.
Ann Widdecombe: heroine of the pro-life cause
During Ann Widdecombe's long and distinguished career in Parliament, she was a leader in the public fight for protections for unborn babies at the beginning of life and the elderly and vulnerable towards the end of life.
Tributes paid to Lord Mackay of Clashfern, committed Christian and public servant
Lord Mackay, who has died aged 99, was described as "a great Conservative, a great lawyer, a great Lord Chancellor, and also a man of profound Christian faith".
Christian app for defeating porn addiction has over half a million downloads
The app features daily devotionals and accountability groups to help its users live free from porn.
Pastors are still struggling but relief remains out of reach for many
Pastoral satisfaction has dropped 20 points since 2015 but the measures many pastors believe would help are often unattainable.
England's World Cup success raises money for international development
Scotland's lone goal at the world cup may have raised £120 for deprived communities.
Disappointment as Jersey becomes first part of British Isles to legalise assisted suicide
Opponents have warned it sets a ‘dangerous’ precedent.
Assisted suicide 'not a medical treatment', says BMA
The BMA is neutral on whether assisted suicide should be legal.