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Christian lecturer sacked over comments on homosexuality continues appeal
A Christian lecturer was in court this week to appeal a tribunal decision that upheld his dismissal from a Bible college for a social media post expressing traditional evangelical views on sexuality.

Indian families' homes destroyed for refusing to renounce Christ
As often happens, the police sided with the persecutors

CofE earmarks £22m for outreach in three dioceses
Most of the funds will go to the dioceses of Manchester and Exeter.

Nigerian government must do more to protect its people after yet another mass kidnapping
The Nigerian government has started taking action, but more needs to be done.

Ireland on 'wrong path' as fertility and marriage rates reach record lows
The Iona Institute has warned that Ireland is “on the wrong course” citing concerns about record low marriage and fertility rates, while divorce is at an all-time high.

Local historic landmarks aid emotional stability and wellbeing
A new report has suggested that churches and other local historic buildings can improve general wellbeing and help provide people with emotional stability.

Legal appeal launched against Labour's destructive VAT raid on schools
Labour have been accused of an "ideological" attack on freedom of choice.

NHS Trust drops case against Christian nurse who spoke out in trans row
Jennifer Melle said she was “deeply relieved and grateful” for the outcome but that the lessons of her case “must be learned”.

Call to action after reports of 163 Christians kidnapped in Nigeria
"Heavily armed bandits" are reported to have raided at least two churches in Nigeria on Sunday and kidnapped 163 worshippers, officials report.

What is the Christian view on immigration?
Individuals and governments may not have the same responsibilities.

Charity Commission issues warnings to two CoE dioceses over safeguarding
The Bishop of Chelmsford disagrees with some of the Charity Commission's findings.

Church leaders gather in the Holy Land to support local believers
The bishops wish to provide pastoral support to believers in the Holy Land.

Petition calls for end to disciplinary action against Jennifer Melle
There are concerns Melle could lose her job.

Chin human rights group takes Myanmar junta to court over killings, rapes
The Chin have been badly treated throughout much of Myanmar's post-independence history.

Report reveals religious and political shifts in UK
Faith identity and ideology "are assuming a more significant role in shaping political allegiance, civic participation, and the wider culture", a new report has found.

'Quiet revival' continues as Winchester sees Christmas surge
In some cases the numbers coming were double what was expected.