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Bishop of Oxford warns parliamentarians against 4 Brexit 'temptations'
The Bishop of Oxford has challenged parliamentarians to put aside the 'four temptations' of self-interest, pursuit of short term power, nostalgia and idealism as they approach tomorrow's crucial Brexit vote.
Bake Off star Martha Collison urges families to #FollowTheStar this Christmas
Martha, who made headlines by reaching the quarter-final of the hit reality show aged 17, took on her latest baking challenge in support of the Church of England's #FollowTheStar campaign
Church night shelters expand to meet demands of rising homelessness
Night shelters supported by churches are reporting increases in capacity with some adding extra beds and others opening for longer during the week.
Catholic Church beatifies 19 Algerian Christian martyrs
The beatification in the port city of Oran is the first of its kind in a Muslim nation.
Bear Grylls: Scouts can save children from extremism and radicalisation
Bear Grylls says the Scouts can save children from developing extremist views as he revealed Muslims are increasingly keen to join.
Apple CEO Tim Cook vows to remove 'hate' from tech company's platforms
Apple CEO Tim Cook has said that those pushing 'hate' will not find a home on the tech giant's platforms.
Disagreements shouldn't be cause of hatred, says Archbishop ahead of Brexit vote
A 'new emphasis on forgiveness' can help Britain and Europe move forward from their current divisions, the Archbishop of Canterbury has said.
Archbishop of York asks people to pray ahead of Commons vote on Brexit deal
The Archbishop of York is inviting people to join him in a round the clock prayer vigil as MPs prepare to cast their votes on the Government's Brexit deal.
European church leaders call for 'respect and compassion' towards refugees
Dozens of church leaders have signed a joint statement calling for the European Union to 'cherish the dignity' of refugees.
Christian charity under fire for telling school children Santa isn't real
A Christian charity has been criticised after a volunteer reportedly reduced young school children to tears after telling them Santa Claus is not real.
Law professor 'scared' for her safety after speaking out on gender self-identification
An academic at the University of Reading says she has received rape and death threats from trans rights activists over her opposition to gender self-identification.
Local council considers dropping free bus transport for faith school kids
Children who attend faith schools in the Stockport area may soon lose their free bus passes if the local council pushes through with proposed changes to eligibility.
Transgender woman among the favourites to win Miss Universe
Bookmakers are slashing the odds on a transgender contestant to lift the tiara at this year's Miss Universe contest.
Christians asked to share their experience of life as a believer in the UK
The consultation asks UK Christians about whether they have experienced any hate crimes or hostility for their faith
Facebook blocks festive image of Santa Claus kneeling before baby Jesus
Facebook has been accused of censoring an image of Santa Claus kneeling before the baby Jesus after it was blocked on the social media platform.
Ban on TV sports betting ads is 'sensible move', says CARE
Christian advocacy group CARE has welcomed the decision by gambling firms to ban adverts during TV sports broadcasts.