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Canon Andy Roberts MBE named new CEO of Church Mission Society
The Church Mission Society (CMS) has announced that Canon Andy Roberts MBE will take over as its next chief executive officer, stepping into the role on 1 August 2025.

Shelley Pigott appointed as new executive director of Mercy Ships UK
Mercy Ships UK has appointed Shelley Pigott as its new executive director, bringing fresh leadership to the international charity renowned for delivering free surgical care to some of the world’s poorest communities on board its hospital ships.

Bear Grylls says 'this is only the beginning' after new book on Jesus becomes bestseller
Adventurer and television personality Bear Grylls has climbed to the top of a different kind of summit — the UK’s literary charts.

Historic letters from William Wilberforce discovered in University of Chester archives
A remarkable discovery has been made in the University of Chester’s archives: four early 19th-century letters, including two written by prominent abolitionist William Wilberforce, have been unearthed during an alumni archive project.

What does true freedom look like?
In today’s world, “freedom” is often defined as the ability to act, speak, or think however we want. But Scripture offers a radically different, and far deeper, understanding of freedom.

Community-led school in South Sudan brings 'spring of hope' during humanitarian crisis
Fourteen years after gaining independence, a community-driven initiative is igniting hope for a better future through education in South Sudan.

7 simple ways to stay close to God when you're on holiday
Here are 7 simple, meaningful ways to stay connected to God - no matter where you are.

'Recognise Week' honours youth and family leaders
A new digital initiative led by the Church of England’s Blackburn Diocese in Lancashire is shining a national spotlight on the unsung heroes working with children, young people, and families (CYPF) across local parishes.

Nationwide study reveals strong public support for preserving historic churches
A major new study by Historic England has revealed that communities across the country place significantly higher value on historic churches than on their modern counterparts—regardless of religious affiliation or church attendance.

Chris Pratt says Jesus is essential to his life
Hollywood actor Chris Pratt continues to boldly affirm his Christian faith, most recently by naming Jesus as one of the top things he simply cannot live without.

Cathedrals Cycle Relay concludes in Bradford after 2,000 miles
The 2,000-mile journey connected more than 40 cathedrals across the UK.

Church bombing in Syria is 'not sectarian conflict but persecution'
A deadly suicide bombing at a Damascus church on Sunday June 22 has reignited urgent calls for global recognition of the ongoing persecution of Syria’s religious minorities.

Pope Leo XIV calls for global solidarity with Eastern Churches amid conflict and crisis
“How can we think that we are laying the foundations of the future apart from cooperation and a global vision inspired by the common good?"

Who were the Anabaptists?
This year is the 500th anniversary of the founding of the Anabaptist movement - a chapter in Christian history that is not so well known.

Elim Church urges UK lawmakers to reconsider 'seismic change' in abortion and assisted suicide votes
“We call for parliamentarians to revisit that issue as a matter of urgency."

Christians in Africa face worsening violence, report finds
A new report from International Christian Concern (ICC) has revealed a disturbing rise in violence against Christians across parts of Africa, with Nigeria, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and Kenya experiencing a surge in attacks, abductions, massacres and forced displacements.