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£90,000 raised to support Spurgeon’s College students after sudden closure
£90,000 raised to support Spurgeon’s College students after sudden closure

Spurgeon’s College, one of the UK’s oldest theological institutions, closed with immediate effect in July 2025.

7 biblical truths hidden in the Avatar movies
7 biblical truths hidden in the Avatar movies

When viewed through a biblical lens, Avatar reveals striking parallels that invite reflection on faith, identity, and our place within a greater story.

Study finds ‘Quiet Revival’ report has boosted evangelicals’ confidence in sharing faith
Study finds ‘Quiet Revival’ report has boosted evangelicals’ confidence in sharing faith

A new survey suggests that UK evangelicals are feeling more confident about speaking openly about their Christian faith, with the greatest impact seen among younger adults and black British Christians.

Foreign aid cuts leave Gen Alpha increasingly exposed to leprosy, Christian aid charity warns
Foreign aid cuts leave Gen Alpha increasingly exposed to leprosy, Christian aid charity warns

Children in some of the world’s poorest communities are facing a growing risk of leprosy, as reductions in overseas aid undermine efforts to detect and treat the disease, according to The Leprosy Mission Great Britain.

Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: self-control that leads to true freedom
Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: self-control that leads to true freedom

At first glance, self-control can sound as though it depends on personal willpower or moral discipline. But biblical self-control does not originate from the self at all.

Middle East Christians warn rapid growth in faith is outpacing discipleship support
Middle East Christians warn rapid growth in faith is outpacing discipleship support

Christian leaders working across the Middle East say a surge in spiritual openness is leading thousands to explore faith in Jesus, but warn that a lack of local discipleship structures risks leaving many new believers unsupported.

Young adults driving renewed interest in Christianity, research finds
Young adults driving renewed interest in Christianity, research finds

A new set of supplemental reports from the Evangelical Alliance suggests that young adults are emerging as a significant group among those coming to Christian faith in the UK, with authenticity, Scripture and community proving decisive factors in their journeys.

Christians welcome launch of parliamentary inquiry into NI online pimping platforms
Christians welcome launch of parliamentary inquiry into NI online pimping platforms

A new parliamentary inquiry has been launched to investigate the role of online pimping websites in facilitating the exploitation of women and girls across Northern Ireland.

Kuwait’s first church granted minor basilica status
Kuwait’s first church granted minor basilica status

Kuwait’s first church has been formally elevated to the status of a Minor Basilica, marking a significant milestone for the country’s Christian community and for churches across the Gulf region.

UK Christian and Gospel music set for official singles chart launch
UK Christian and Gospel music set for official singles chart launch

The UK’s Christian and Gospel music scene is set to receive a major boost with the announcement of a new official singles chart, developed in partnership between AStepFWD and The Official Charts Company.

More Protestant churches closed than opened in the US in 2024, new analysis finds
More Protestant churches closed than opened in the US in 2024, new analysis finds

The closures have served to highlight the importance of church planting, say researchers.

Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: gentleness that reflects God’s strength
Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: gentleness that reflects God’s strength

To be gentle is often equated with being passive, fragile, or easily overlooked - a liability rather than a virtue. But the Kingdom of God operates by an entirely different framework.

Isolation is a reality for pastors despite strong marriages, new research finds
Isolation is a reality for pastors despite strong marriages, new research finds

Pastors may be surrounded by people every week, but many are navigating their calling with limited personal support, according to new research highlighting a growing gap between ministry life and supportive friendship.

Sir Brian Souter says the nation is 'seeing a rebirth of Christ-centred Christianity'
Sir Brian Souter says the nation is 'seeing a rebirth of Christ-centred Christianity'

Sir Brian Souter, the founder of Stagecoach and Megabus, has spoken candidly about the role of Christian faith in business and his view that Britain’s increasingly secular culture may be giving rise to a renewed and more authentic form of Christianity.

Youth café growth reflects increasing church engagement across Suffolk
Youth café growth reflects increasing church engagement across Suffolk

A Thursday evening youth café in Ipswich is offering a snapshot of a wider story unfolding across Suffolk, as churches report encouraging growth in attendance, community engagement and outreach - particularly among children and young people.

UK abortion figures reach highest level on record as campaigners urge rethink of current law
UK abortion figures reach highest level on record as campaigners urge rethink of current law

The figures mark the highest annual total since the introduction of the Abortion Act in 1967.