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India: Supreme Court orders government to verify reports of attacks on Christians
India: Supreme Court orders government to verify reports of attacks on Christians

The highest court in India has ordered the government to provide details of reported attacks on Christians across eight states.

Thousands queue through the night to see Queen in Scottish cathedral
Thousands queue through the night to see Queen in Scottish cathedral

Thousands of people lined the streets of Edinburgh through the night to see the Queen's coffin as it rests at St Giles' Cathedral.

Cathedral service gives thanks for Queen's 'deep links' with Scotland and its people
Cathedral service gives thanks for Queen's 'deep links' with Scotland and its people

A service of thanksgiving for the life of the Queen was held in St Giles' Cathedral in the Scottish capital of Edinburgh on Tuesday where thousands turned out to see her coffin.

Queen gave us the 'most wonderful example' of a Christian life and death, says Archbishop
Queen gave us the 'most wonderful example' of a Christian life and death, says Archbishop

The Archbishop of Canterbury used his sermon at Canterbury Cathedral on Sunday to pay a moving tribute to the Queen and the way she lived out her Christian faith in word and deed.

Queen remembered at church services on Sunday
Queen remembered at church services on Sunday

Prayers will also be said for Britain's new sovereign, King Charles III.

Queen's funeral to take place at Westminster Abbey
Queen's funeral to take place at Westminster Abbey

The Queen's state funeral is to take place at Westminster Abbey on 19 September on a day of mourning that King Charles III has declared a public holiday.

'I pray for the guidance and help of Almighty God' - Charles III proclaimed King
'I pray for the guidance and help of Almighty God' - Charles III proclaimed King

Charles III was today proclaimed King in the presence of the Royal Family, Prime Minister, former prime ministers, politicians, the Archbishops of Canterbury and York, and other dignitaries.

Thousands attend memorial service for Queen at St Paul's Cathedral
Thousands attend memorial service for Queen at St Paul's Cathedral

The Prime Minister, politicians, dignitaries and members of the public gathered in St Paul's Cathedral on Friday evening for a service of prayer and reflection after the passing of the Queen on Thursday.

King Charles III speaks of his 'deeply rooted' Christian faith in first address to the nation
King Charles III speaks of his 'deeply rooted' Christian faith in first address to the nation

King Charles III said his faith was "deeply rooted" in the Church of England.

Church bells toll as nation mourns
Church bells toll as nation mourns

Churches are tolling their bells today in honour of the Queen after she died on Thursday at the age of 96.

A servant leader who trusted God - responses from Christians and Church leaders to death of Queen Elizabeth II
A servant leader who trusted God - responses from Christians and Church leaders to death of Queen Elizabeth II

Christians and Church leaders have been paying tribute to the Queen's Christian faith and tireless dedication to the nation. Here is a collection of some of those responses.

Church leaders join in mourning death of Queen at 96
Church leaders join in mourning death of Queen at 96

Church leaders have expressed their gratitude for the life and service of Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-serving monarch, after her death today aged 96.

Christians praying for the Queen amid concerns for health
Christians praying for the Queen amid concerns for health

"May God's presence strengthen and comfort Her Majesty, her family, and those who are caring for her at Balmoral."

Christian teacher to remain in prison after refusing to comply with court order
Christian teacher to remain in prison after refusing to comply with court order

A Christian teacher jailed for refusing to stay away from the school where he was suspended over his use of pronouns is to remain in prison.

Major Church of England study sheds light on same-sex marriage views
Major Church of England study sheds light on same-sex marriage views

A major study by the Church of England has offered new insights into the strength of support for same-sex marriage among Anglicans.

Churches urged to take precautions ahead of winter storms
Churches urged to take precautions ahead of winter storms

Christian insurers Ecclesiastical are urging churches to take steps to protect their buildings now before the winter sets in.