Christian nurse who won trans case calls for stronger protections for NHS workers
Minister's private affirmations of support have not translated into support on the ground.
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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.
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.
Benefits system amounts to 'state-sponsored fatherlessness'
Moving in with the father of her child could cost a mother thousands in benefits.
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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.
Hospital chaplains could fall foul of NI's abortion buffer zone laws
Pastor Clive Johnston was convicted in May of breaching buffer zone laws after conducting an open-air service near a hospital where abortions are performed.
Clergy serving among the ruins of Venezuela
Clergy are doing their best to console survivors, while dealing with their own loss and trauma.
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Murder investigation launched into Ann Widdecombe's death
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Amnesty International UK expresses 'regret' over report that branded Christian groups 'anti-rights'
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Church of England passes motion on Palestinian Christians despite warnings from Chief Rabbi
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Christian MP Päivi Räsänen's UK travel authorisation cancelled
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Church of England Synod rejects motion affirming same-sex relationships
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Christian and pro-life groups reject Amnesty report branding them 'anti-rights'
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Evangelicals raise concern about detention of families and children under EU's stricter asylum rules
National security and compassion are not “competing values”, the EEA argued.
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.
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.
Majority of blasphemy cases in Pakistan ‘fabricated,’ officials say
Officials in Pakistan last week reported to a parliamentary committee that a majority of 333 blasphemy cases registered in the past five years in four provinces were fabricated, according to media reports.
Counter-terrorism police take over investigation into Ann Widdecombe's death
Counter-terrorism police are now leading the investigation into the death of former Cabinet minister Ann Widdecombe.
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.
Young army recruits increasingly turning to God, chaplains suggest
The "Quiet Revival" report may have been discredited, but anecdotal evidence continues to pile up.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.