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Churches at risk without long-term repair funding, MPs warn
The government is being called upon to make permanent a scheme that helps listed places of worship manage costly repair and maintenance bills.
Christian street preacher 'relieved' after case dropped by Crown Prosecution Service
A Christian street preacher who was arrested after challenging Islam in public has said he is "relieved" by the Crown Prosecution Service's decision not to pursue a case against him.
Christian family expelled from Indian village after forced conversion attempt
Chhattisgarh is increasingly becoming a concerning place for Christians
Indonesia: Christians told building church would disrupt social harmony
The government has indicated it will make efforts to protect religious freedom.
Druze convert and family killed in Syrian violence
He was killed for being a Druze, rather than for his Christian faith, according to an Open Doors partner.
Bishop of Sheffield to head Orgreave inquiry
Bishop Wilcox acknowledged the “weight of expectation” surrounding the inquiry.
Age verification on pornography websites welcomed
The average child in the UK will first see online pornography at age 13.
Lynn Green elected Vice Chair of Baptist World Alliance
Green will continue in her role as head of the BUGB.
Do more to protect church buildings from crime, government told
West Yorkshire is the worst area for crimes targeting churches, according to data compiled from Freedom of Information requests.
End persecution of Apostolic Church, Armenia told
The Armenian government claims it is trying to save the church.
Slovenia votes in favour of assisted suicide
A number of countries have introduced the controversial practice.
DR Congo seeks new peace deal with militia group
Will there ever be peace in the DRC?
New guidance on sex education gets mixed reaction from Christians
Updated guidance on relationships and sex education (RSE) from the Department for Education has received a mixed reaction from Christians.
Tory MP calls for revival of Christian politics
“Our democracy is founded on Christian faith.”
Church successfully challenges London council's street preaching ban
A Pentecostal church is celebrating a major win for Christian freedoms after a London council backed down over a street preaching ban.
Gay man awarded five-figure sum after claiming to undergo 'exorcism' at evangelical church
The church has apologised for mishandling his complaint but denies engaging in conversion therapy.