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Nigerian Christians murdered in Fulani attacks
Nigerian Christians murdered in Fulani attacks

At least 27 people have died following recent attacks by Fulani militants on mainly Christian communities in northeast Nigeria, according to World Watch Monitor.

Pumpkins can be heroes: New Halloween resource from World Vision
Pumpkins can be heroes: New Halloween resource from World Vision

As Hallowe'en approaches next month, churches around the UK are gearing up to provide wholesome alternatives to the emphasis on the dark side of the season.

Down's Syndrome test is a 'slippery slope', warns Evangelical Alliance
Down's Syndrome test is a 'slippery slope', warns Evangelical Alliance

The Evangelical Alliance UK is urging caution before a new pre-natal Down's Syndrome test is made more widely available.

Coalition for Marriage 'very disappointed' by plans to introduce no-fault divorces
Coalition for Marriage 'very disappointed' by plans to introduce no-fault divorces

The Coalition for Marriage has urged the Government to reconsider changes to the law that would allow no-fault divorces.

CofE won't ride to Wonga's rescue
CofE won't ride to Wonga's rescue

The Church Commissioners, who handle investments for the Church of England, have pulled out of talks around buying the loan book of payday lender Wonga.

Pope accepts resignation of two more Chilean bishops following abuse scandal

The decision brings to seven the number who have stepped down since a sexual abuse scandal swept the nation's Roman Catholic Church.

Aid agencies on South Sudan: Now peace must be made in local communities
Aid agencies on South Sudan: Now peace must be made in local communities

UK aid agencies including Tearfund and Christian Aid have used the International Day of Peace today to highlight the need for peace in South Sudan.

Traidcraft launches consultation to stave off closure in 'difficult economic climate'
Traidcraft launches consultation to stave off closure in 'difficult economic climate'

A fair trade business that has its roots in the church has admitted to supporters that it is in difficulty and risks closing its doors before the end of the year unless a new way forward can be found.

Grave of courageous pilot killed in World War II rededicated 77 years after his death
Grave of courageous pilot killed in World War II rededicated 77 years after his death

A priest and member of the Royal Air Force led a service this week to rededicate the grave of a courageous World War II pilot who had previously lain unidentified.

Chris Pratt says nothing fills his soul more than sharing his Christian faith with others
Chris Pratt says nothing fills his soul more than sharing his Christian faith with others

Chris Pratt is one of Hollywood's biggest stars but he is also a committed Christian who has used his platform to share his faith more than once, and it seems from his latest comments he has no intention of stopping.

Bono meets the Pope, says he's 'aghast' over sex abuse scandal
Bono meets the Pope, says he's 'aghast' over sex abuse scandal

Bono told reporters: 'I explained to him how it looks to some people like the abusers are being more protected than the victims.'

Ireland set to vote on blasphemy in upcoming referendum
Ireland set to vote on blasphemy in upcoming referendum

At present, Article 40.6.1° of Ireland's constitution states: 'The publication or utterance of blasphemous, seditious, or indecent matter is an offence which shall be punishable in accordance with law.'

'I do not have an enemy': An Israeli pastor's powerful testimony of forgiveness after the death of his son
'I do not have an enemy': An Israeli pastor's powerful testimony of forgiveness after the death of his son

The blow that struck a pastor and his wife from a village near Nazareth has led to the gospel being shared in a powerful way as their testimonies have gone viral.

Young woman stabbed to death while jogging in Washington, DC was 'devout Christian'
Young woman stabbed to death while jogging in Washington, DC was 'devout Christian'

Wendy K Martinez had just become engaged last week, according to her family.

CARE backs Labour plans for tackling gambling 'epidemic'
CARE backs Labour plans for tackling gambling 'epidemic'

Labour's new proposals would ban TV and online gambling promotions during live sporting events.

Huge Bible slogan up for 4 Guinness World Records
Huge Bible slogan up for 4 Guinness World Records

A huge slogan painted on a bare Mexican hillside is in the running for no less than four Guinness World Records.