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Politician investigated over same-sex views warns of 'self-censorship' among Christians
Politician investigated over same-sex views warns of 'self-censorship' among Christians

Christians are too afraid to share their view of sexuality for fear of legal repercussions and discrimination, says a Finnish MP being investigated over comments she made about same-sex relationships.

Vincent Nichols 'very sorry' and 'distressed' by child abuse in Catholic Church
Vincent Nichols 'very sorry' and 'distressed' by child abuse in Catholic Church

The leader of the Catholic Church in England and Wales has apologised for child sexual abuse at the hands of paedophile priests after he was singled out for criticism in a damning report on Tuesday.

Catholic Church put reputation before children's welfare - report
Catholic Church put reputation before children's welfare - report

The Catholic Church "turned a blind eye" to child abuse and was more concerned about protecting its reputation than ensuring children's welfare, a damning independent report has found.

Ministry that helps people with unwanted same-sex attraction sues Barclays over account closure
Ministry that helps people with unwanted same-sex attraction sues Barclays over account closure

A Christian ministry that offers help to people with unwanted same-sex attraction is launching legal action against Barclays Bank after it closed down its account.

Christian councillor was within rights to oppose funding for gay pride event
Christian councillor was within rights to oppose funding for gay pride event

A Christian councillor has successfully challenged code of conduct proceedings against her after she refused to back the use of public funds for a gay pride event.

Evangelicals will 'engage' with Church's sexuality resources but say key issue is 'obedience' to Scripture
Evangelicals will 'engage' with Church's sexuality resources but say key issue is 'obedience' to Scripture

The Church of England Evangelical Council has promised to engage with the Church of England's new resources on sexuality, relationships and identity but will also contend "unflaggingly" for "the faith once for all delivered to the saints".

Church of England publishes landmark resources on sexuality and relationships
Church of England publishes landmark resources on sexuality and relationships

The Church of England has published its long-awaited resources on identity, sexuality, relationships and marriage.

Church attendance has increased during pandemic - report
Church attendance has increased during pandemic - report

The Evangelical Alliance revealed especially high engagement among young people.

Socially distanced Remembrance Sunday commemorates the fallen
Socially distanced Remembrance Sunday commemorates the fallen

Online services and socially distanced commemorative events were held on Sunday in tribute to the members of the armed forces who fought and died for the country.

Justin Welby defends free speech after terrorist attacks
Justin Welby defends free speech after terrorist attacks

The Archbishop of Canterbury has said that people must be free to criticise God and religion after a string of terrorist attacks in France and Austria.

Theresa May warns suspension of public worship sets a dangerous precedent

Theresa May has warned about the religious liberty implications of a ban on public worship during the second national lockdown in England.

Bible has been vital for most Christians during pandemic - poll
Bible has been vital for most Christians during pandemic - poll

A majority of Christians have been supported in the pandemic by the Bible, a new survey has found.

Inquest opened into death of Christian blogger and three children in horrific crash
Inquest opened into death of Christian blogger and three children in horrific crash

An inquest has opened into the deaths of Christian blogger Zoe Powell and three of her children in a horrific car crash near Oxford last month.

'I was unfaithful in my marriage,' says Carl Lentz after Hillsong NYC firing
'I was unfaithful in my marriage,' says Carl Lentz after Hillsong NYC firing

Sacked Hillsong NYC pastor Carl Lentz has admitted to marital unfaithfulness after being fired from the church over "moral failures".

Prime Minister 'so deeply sorry' for church closures
Prime Minister 'so deeply sorry' for church closures

The Prime Minister has said he is "so deeply sorry" for church closures but says the restrictions must remain for now.

Church leaders call nation to prayer as second lockdown begins
Church leaders call nation to prayer as second lockdown begins

As a second national lockdown in England begins, the Archbishops of Canterbury and York are asking people to unite in prayer.