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Churches and clergy among targets in anti-Christian incidents across Europe
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. 

Lord Biggar: Rise of Christian nationalism may reflect 'spiritual hunger'
Lord Biggar: Rise of Christian nationalism may reflect 'spiritual hunger'

Critics of nationalism have a responsibility to understand what is attracting people to it and point them towards a better path, Lord Biggar has suggested.

Nearly 30,000 Christians killed in Nigeria in six years
Nearly 30,000 Christians killed in Nigeria in six years

Tens of thousands of Christians are losing their lives to violence in Nigeria, many of them at the hands of radicalised Fulani herdsmen, a new report has warned.

14 everyday phrases that come straight from the Bible
14 everyday phrases that come straight from the Bible

Whether people realise it or not, the Bible has had an enormous influence on the English language.

Church in Venezuela 'overwhelmed' after after devastating earthquakes
Church in Venezuela 'overwhelmed' after after devastating earthquakes

Last week's earthquakes have only added to the challenges already faced by oppressed Christians in Venezuela with some reporting disparities in access to humanitarian assistance.

Archbishop of York calls for better representation of faith in the media amid concerns over religious illiteracy
Archbishop of York calls for better representation of faith in the media amid concerns over religious illiteracy

The Archbishop of York has warned that widespread religious illiteracy is leaving Britain less able to understand global events, its own history and the communities that make up modern society, calling for faith to be represented more accurately across the media.

BBC announces major four-part series exploring Jesus’s life and world 
BBC announces major four-part series exploring Jesus’s life and world 

The BBC has commissioned a new four-part television series exploring the life of Jesus Christ, bringing together historical research, archaeological evidence and expert perspectives.

One in three pregnancies now result in abortion as England and Wales reach record high
One in three pregnancies now result in abortion as England and Wales reach record high

Abortions have increased while the number of conceptions resulting in a live birth has seen almost no change.

Church of England urges ‘a healthy sense of patriotism’ as Synod prepares to debate national unity
Church of England urges ‘a healthy sense of patriotism’ as Synod prepares to debate national unity

A new Church of England paper calling on Christians to help heal growing divisions sees an increasingly important role in modelling “a healthy sense of patriotism” while resisting both nationalism and political polarisation.

Teens grappling with questions about faith, the future and truth
Teens grappling with questions about faith, the future and truth

American teenagers are increasingly wrestling with major questions about their future, identity, truth and faith, with many feeling pressure to find answers long before reaching adulthood, according to a study. 

Religion plays major role in economic growth, new research finds
Religion plays major role in economic growth, new research finds

Religion has had a far greater influence on economic development than many economists have recognised, according to a new study examining why some nations prosper while others struggle.

Christians called to 'gracious' engagement on abortion
Christians called to 'gracious' engagement on abortion

Christians must approach the abortion debate more thoughtfully and graciously, avoiding slogans and emotional reactions, says pro-life advocate Dr Calum Miller.

What a heatwave can teach us about our deepest thirst
What a heatwave can teach us about our deepest thirst

Heatwaves eventually pass. The rain returns, temperatures fall, and life returns to normal. But the deeper thirst of the soul remains until it is met by Christ.

Evangelical Alliance urges Christians to engage Muslims with truth, love and gospel confidence
Evangelical Alliance urges Christians to engage Muslims with truth, love and gospel confidence

The Evangelical Alliance has encouraged Christians across the UK to engage more confidently with Islam, warning against both fear and indifference while highlighting growing opportunities to share the gospel with Muslim neighbours, colleagues and communities.

Father's Day: passing down a living faith
Father's Day: passing down a living faith

Dear reader, this Father’s Day, let us thank God for fathers who have faithfully taught their children to know Him.

The prodigal son’s father: A reflection of God’s unconditional love
The prodigal son’s father: A reflection of God’s unconditional love

Whether you're searching for a last-minute gift, avoiding the day entirely, or somewhere in between, this day offers a meaningful moment to reflect on the love of our Heavenly Father.