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Pope Francis: Christians Face Daily Battle With Satan
Christians must every day resist the devil and flee from temptation, Pope Francis said on Thursday.
Clergy V Laity 'Power Struggle' Is Blocking Church Growth, Synod Told
Unhealthy relationships between clergy and lay people in the Church of England is blocking progress and fuelling resentment, the C of E's ruling synod will be told next month.
Is The CofE Letting Clergy Down? Report Calls For Military-Style Covenant Pledge
The Church of England is considering a military covenant style pledge to care for its clergy amid mounting concerns about patchy and inadequate support on offer.
New Claims Of Evidence In The Assassination Of Archbishop Oscar Romero
More details have emerged about the death of one of the most famous Church leaders of the 20th century.
Pope Francis Slams 'Christian Parrots' Who Go to Church But Don't Do Good Deeds
Pope Francis lamented that some people are quite good at masking their true faith and like to pretend that they are true children of God when in reality, their love for Him is made out of nothing but empty words.
It's Been 500 Years Since The Reformation. Now Is The Time To Admit We Need Each Other
500 years on from the start of the Reformation, we need each other as
Catholic Priests Call Church To 'Modernise', Urge End To Compulsory Celibacy
Eleven priests in Germany have published an open letter calling for an end to the compulsory vow of celibacy in the Catholic priesthood.
Protestant Reformer Martin Luther To Appear On Vatican Stamp
It's reported that one of the most famous faces in the history of the Protestant movement will appear on a Catholic stamp.
Baptists React With Concern to Washington D.C. Church's Decision to Hire Lesbian Couple As Joint Pastors
Baptists all over America are reacting with concern following a decision taken by the Baptist church in Washington D.C. to hire two "married" lesbian women to lead their congregation, Christian News reported.
From Homelessness To Hope: Catholic Priest Who Met God On The Streets
A Catholic priest has spoken about his transformative journey from desperate homelessness to life in church ministry, serving the poor.
Archbishops Of Canterbury And York: Give Thanks For The 'Great Blessings' Of The Reformation
The two Archbishops of the Church of England also call in a new statement for repentance for the 'persecution and death' prompted by the Reformation of five centuries ago.
Vatican Demands Obedience In Condoms Row With Ancient Knights Of Malta
The Vatican is demanding the ancient Knights of Malta order obeys instructions and cooperate with its enquiry into the worldwide Catholic charity.
We Will Not Pray For Donald Trump By Name Because He Is A 'Trauma Trigger' Says Christian Minister
It is traditional to pray for all those in authority in Anglican and Episcopal churches worldwide. But this church in California has decided not to mention Donald Trump by name - even though it prayed for 'Barack Obama'.
Religion, Faith Saw Drastic Decline Under President Obama, Pew Study Shows
One man changed the face of America after eight years in power. Without doubt, that man is outgoing President Barack Obama.
In 10 Years, Italy 'Will All Be Muslims Because of Atheism, a Weak Church, and Stupidity,' Archbishop Warns
Is Italy leaving the door open for the rise of Islam? Will there come a time when Rome, the Italian capital where lies the sovereign enclave of the Vaticanâthe seat of the Roman Catholic Church and the home of the Popeâcould find itself surrounded by Muslims?
Dozens Of Churches Close In Manchester Amid Declining Congregations
More than 20 Catholic churches across Manchester will close in a radical shake up announced by Salford Diocese.