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Extremist jailed for at least 16 years over plot to kill Christian preacher
An Islamist extremist has been sentenced to a minimum sentence of 16 years over a plot to kill a Christian preacher in London's Hyde Park.
Warnings sounded against assisted suicide amid fresh calls for law change
Fresh calls for assisted suicide to be legalised are being challenged over concerns for the vulnerable.
Pro-life volunteer moved on for praying silently on Bournemouth street
A pro-life volunteer has filed a complaint with council officials in Bournemouth after she was moved on for praying silently on a public street.
People sheltering in Gaza church are too scared to move
People trapped inside a Gaza church where two Christian women were reportedly killed by sniper fire are living in fear that they will be next
Repeal Equality Act, says Rees-Mogg
Sir Jacob said that workers must be free to "get on with their jobs, not spend all their time and energy in moralistic progressivism".
Christians welcome government's new transgender schools guidance
"Had this guidance been followed, many more children would have been protected and several Christians we are supporting would not have lost their jobs. Today, they are vindicated."
Church of England investigates vicar who called transgender priest 'a bloke'
A Clergy Disciplinary Measure has been brought against Rev Brett Murphy about comments on his YouTube channel regarding Rev Rachel Mann, who is openly transgender.
Pope permits blessings for same-sex couples
Pope Francis has given his approval for priests to bless couples in "irregular" situations, including same-sex unions.
Italian cardinal sentenced over London property scandal
The Vatican court has sentenced an Italian cardinal to five years and six months in prison for embezzlement.
Pope condemns 'terrorism' after Gaza church attack
Pope Francis has spoken out against "terrorism" in Gaza after two Christian women were reportedly killed by Israeli military at the only Catholic church in the territory.
Church leader 'heartbroken' after Christian women killed at Gaza church
The head of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, Cardinal Vincent Nichols, has expressed his "horror" after reports that two Christian women were killed inside a Gaza church compound on Friday.
Prime Minister sends greetings as Christians take to the streets to 'shine their light'
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has extended his best wishes as Christians take to the street this weekend for the Shine Your Light campaign.
High Court upholds criminalisation of prayer and Bible reading outside abortion clinic
The High Court has ruled that it is legal to criminalise activities like prayer and reading from the Bible within a buffer zone around an abortion clinic in Bournemouth.
Duchess of York speaks of 'humbling' visit to Burnley church
Sarah, Duchess of York, has paid a visit to a church in Burnley to see firsthand how it is supporting the local community.
Christmas resource for churches highlights lived experience of refugees
Churches are being asked to play a five-minute video that highlights the "significant" link between the original Christmas story of the birth of Jesus, and the lived experience of millions of refugees in the world today.
Church leaders welcomed to Downing Street
Church leaders were welcomed to the official residence of the Prime Minister at 10 Downing Street on Tuesday for an Advent reception.