Church

Justin Welby: The most common feature of Anglicanism is persecution
The most common feature of Anglicanism worldwide is being persecuted, the Archbishop of Canterbury said last night. But Christians also need to take measures against their own tendencies towards violence.

Surprised by Joyce: How Joyce Meyer (more or less) won over the Brits
The most common reaction to seeing Joyce Meyer's name on the speaker's bill for the HTB Leadership Conference seemed to be bemusement, but she won people round, writes Carey Lodge.

Former Mars Hill pastor apologises for 'mistakes' over church planting donations
Turner has denied any deliberate wrongdoing by the church but says it should have communicated better.

A move towards unity? Church heads consider a common date for Easter
A proposal to unify the date of Easter for all Christian churches is currently being studied.

Rick Warren's 'The Daniel Plan' named Christian Book of the Year
Saddleback pastor Rick Warren's weight loss book The Daniel Plan: 40 days to a healthier life, co-written with doctors Daniel Amen and Mark Hyman, was named the Christian Book of the Year at an award ceremony in Nashville, Tennessee last night.

The Confused Christian's Guide to the British General Election
The equation of Christianity with one particular political position is always a disaster, so how should we vote?

Homeless donor who moved the heart of a congregation wants to remain anonymous
The homeless man who inspired the faithful of a North Carolina church by leaving an 18 cent donation along with a touching message wishes to remain anonymous despite all of the publicity his act of kindness has received.

High school principal says he was fired for reading Bible with students
Manchester High School Principal Dr. Michael Lehr claims he was fired for reading the Bible and praying with students during a meeting of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes in his school.

Hollywood's 'Holy' trend poses both advantages and challenges for Christians
There are challenges and benefits that come with Hollywood's recent 'holy' trend. This was the consensus of religious leaders and entertainment experts following the bevy of Christian based material that has sprung up on television and in cinemas.

Pastor embarks on 200 mile walk to raise awareness on homelessness
A Michigan pastor has embarked on a 200 mile walk from the Mackinac Bridge to the Abundant Life Mission in Menominee, in an effort to raise $100,000 for the benefit of homeless people.

Migrants are 'exploited, rejected and vulnerable', says Catholic Archbishop
Archbishop Peter Smith urged prayer for migrants and politicians responsible for deciding policy.

Standing ovation as Justin Welby and Vincent Nichols declare unity
The heads of the Anglican and Catholic churches in the UK received a standing ovation at the Royal Albert Hall today after praying for Christian unity.

'Male headship' campaigner appointed as CofE bishop
Leading conservative evangelical Rod Thomas has been appointed Bishop of Maidstone and will minister to evangelical parishes that do not accept the ordination of women.

Mark Driscoll uses Thrive leadership conference for message of forgiveness
The former pastor of Mars Hill may be planning a return to pastoral ministry.

Coptic bishop claims Egyptian authorities are behind Christian persecution
Local authorities are behind the persecution and harrassment of Christians in Minya, Bishop Agathon claims.

Heather Cook has resigned as a bishop and been told she is no longer a priest
The former bishop is facing manslaughter charges after she killed a cyclist in an accident last year.