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Foreign Secretary 'deeply disturbed' by number of Christians being persecuted for their faith
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
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'
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
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.

Israel Folau sues Rugby Australia over dismissal after 'hell awaits' Instagram post
Israel Folau sues Rugby Australia over dismissal after 'hell awaits' Instagram post

Israel Folau is taking Ruby Australia to court following its decision to terminate his contract after he posted a picture to Instagram saying that "hell awaits" homosexuals and others.

Pope approves change to Lord's Prayer but UK's Catholics will stick with original

The Pope has signed off on changes to the Lord's Prayer in Italian but Catholics in the UK will continue to use the original English version for now.

Queen, world leaders mark 75th anniversary of D-Day

The Queen has led the tributes to those who took part in D-Day 75 years ago in a major celebration bringing together world leaders including Donald Trump and Angela Merkel in Portsmouth.

WWII veteran and Salvation Army commissioner, 95, skydives into Normandy to remember D-Day
WWII veteran and Salvation Army commissioner, 95, skydives into Normandy to remember D-Day

A Salvation Army Commissioner who first parachuted into Normandy 75 years ago for D-Day was today jumping again over the site of that historic invasion in memory of his fallen comrades.

Thanksgiving service for D-Day on UK flagship HMS Albion
Thanksgiving service for D-Day on UK flagship HMS Albion

Officers on the Royal Navy's flagship HMS Albion formed a giant number '75' on the flight deck to commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day.

Archbishop remembers bravery and sacrifice of all those who took part in D-Day
Archbishop remembers bravery and sacrifice of all those who took part in D-Day

The Archbishop of Canterbury was among those remembering the brave members of the Allied forces who took part in D-Day 75 years ago in what was a major turning point in World War Two.

Bishop of Chelmsford denies suggesting vicar could leave Church of England over transgender views
Bishop of Chelmsford denies suggesting vicar could leave Church of England over transgender views

The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Rev Stephen Cottrell, said in a letter to clergy that he did not ask or imply that vicar John Parker should leave the Church of England on account of his views

Protesting Trump while welcoming China is 'cheap and easy virtue signalling'

Politicians rejecting Donald Trump are simply using "cheap and easy virtue signalling" to appeal to their base, says Free Church of Scotland minister David Robertson.

Trump lays wreath in honour of fallen soldiers in Westminster Abbey

Donald Trump laid a wreath at the grave of the Unknown Warrior in Westminster Abbey on the first day of his state visit to the UK.

UN leader appeals to faith-based organisations to 'rally around' Sustainable Development Goals
UN leader appeals to faith-based organisations to 'rally around' Sustainable Development Goals

The Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations told faith leaders and NGO workers at a Christian Aid meeting that the goals to end global poverty could not be achieved alone.

Bishop questions Christians who support Donald Trump

Donald Trump's Christian faith has been questioned by a senior figure in the Church of England as the US President embarks on a three-day state visit to Britain.