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Christians being killed 'without provocation' as violence returns to Burkina Faso
At least 19 people were killed in another attack in Burkina Faso on Sunday. Open Doors sources in the country believed the victims to be Christians.

Church Society defends vicar being investigated over views on LGBT education in schools
Church Society has come out in defence of a vicar in the Church of England who likened the Government's planned LGBT education in schools to "child grooming".

Oxford City Council cancels priest's talk on transgenderism following complaints
Oxford City Council has been strongly criticised after pulling a public lecture by a conservative priest and writer on transgenderism and feminism.

Over 180 companies say abortion ban is 'bad for business' - pro-lifers disagree
H&M and Ben and Jerry's are among over 180 companies that have signed an open letter calling abortion bans "bad for business".

Pinterest bans pro-life advocacy group over 'harmful misinformation'
Pro-life group Live Action has been banned by Pinterest for allegedly spreading "harmful misinformation".

Scotland's new opt-out organ donation system is risky, campaign group warns
The shift to an opt-out organ donation system in Scotland could lead to fewer people being registered, not more, a Christian campaign group has warned.

Migrants 'must never be used as currency', Mexican bishops tell the US
Catholic bishops in Mexico have expressed concern over a trade deal with the US that protects tariff-free trade in exchange for "strong measures" to stop migrants from Central American countries trying to cross the border.

Hong Kong Christians praying for peace amid angry protests over extradition legislation
Christians in Hong Kong are praying for the city's future in the face of a wave of protests over new legislation that would allow suspected criminals to be extradited to mainland China.
Vatican document says no to current trends in gender ideology
The Vatican has responded to the ongoing debate on human sexuality with a new document rejecting some of the current interpretations of gender ideology.

'The final part of the great Christian mystery' - Church leaders reflect on the meaning of Pentecost
Church leaders have shared their reflections on the meaning of Pentecost and the significance of coming together in prayer.

Thousands of Christians fill Trafalgar Square for Pentecost celebration Thy Kingdom Come
Trafalgar Square was filled with thousands of Christians from across denominations and traditions for a major Pentecost celebration at the heart of the capital today.

Foreign Secretary 'deeply disturbed' by number of Christians being persecuted for their faith
Jeremy Hunt has reiterated his commitment to addressing the global persecution of Christians in a new report from the Foreign Office on the state of democracy and human rights around the world.

15,000 Syrian refugee children at risk of being made homeless if demolition of homes goes ahead
World Vision, Save the Children and the Terre des hommes Foundation have made a desperate appeal to the Lebanese government to stop the planned demolition of homes sheltering Syrian refugees.

Push to legalise assisted suicide in Scotland is 'sinister'
The head of a Christian lobby group is urging MSPs to reject proposals to legalise assisted suicide in Scotland.
Put your Brexit differences aside and pray together for the nation, says Archbishop of Canterbury
The Archbishop of Canterbury is inviting people to put aside their differences over Brexit and come together in prayer this Pentecost.

Bear Grylls recognised in Queen's birthday honours list 2019
Chief Scout and committed Christian Bear Grylls was among those being recognised for their service and achievements in the Queen's birthday honours list.