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First Cornish musical setting of the Eucharist receives cultural award
The Cornish People’s Mass, a Eucharistic service entirely in the Cornish language, has been recognised with a prestigious award for its cultural significance. This is the story …
God is ‘at work’ among heavy metal fans at Download
Some festivalgoers have subsequently joined churches after encountering chaplains.
‘Shout to the Lord’ songwriter Darlene Zschech says the Church is entering ‘revival days again’
Veteran worship leader Darlene Zschech believes the Church is once again entering a season in which God is moving powerfully and new expressions of worship are emerging.
Dolly Parton’s lifelong Christian faith: ‘My music was more my ministry than a job’
Country music legend Dolly Parton, who has died at the age of 80, was known around the world for songs including ‘Jolene’, ‘9 to 5’ and ‘I Will Always Love You’, but behind her decades-long career was a Christian faith that she frequently described as central to her life.
Anna Faris says son has asked her to become a Christian
The Scary Movie star suggested she was open to becoming a Christian "but it’s going to take a whole lot of long conversations".
Cory Asbury takes down shirtless photo after backlash
Christian singer Cory Asbury has taken down a shirtless picture of himself after receiving criticism that it lacked modesty and could be a stumbling block for others.
Biblical animation ‘David’ heads to UK and Ireland after $88m global success
Animated biblical film ‘David’ is heading to cinemas across the UK and Ireland on August 21, following a successful international run that has brought in almost $88 million at the global box office.
What 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' teaches us about sacrifice, grace and goodness
The latest Spider-Man film may not be a Christian movie, but it reflects many biblical themes like sacrifice, redemption and hope.
5 biblical themes Christians can reflect on in Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’
‘The Odyssey’ is not a Christian work but like many great works of literature, it wrestles with questions that are deeply human - and therefore resonate with truths that Scripture addresses more fully.
AI is an evangelistic opportunity but Christians must shape its future, summit hears
Artificial intelligence is creating fresh opportunities for evangelism, but Christians must help shape the technology's future before it is defined by those with "very different values", leaders at the Missional AI Summit in London said.
Mel Gibson warned Passion screenwriter 'Satan's going to come after you'
Academy Award-nominated screenwriter Randall Wallace said a conversation he had with Mel Gibson about making a sequel to "The Passion of the Christ" came with an unexpected warning.
Worship leader Brian Doerksen dies from stage 4 cancer
The man behind worship hits like “Come Now Is The Time To Worship" has passed away at the age of 60.
Erling Haaland buys historic Christian manuscript, donates it to local library
Haaland bought the manuscript together with his father, who was also a professional footballer in his day.
Why integrity matters: Lessons from William Wilberforce
Christian Today spoke with Holy Trinity Clapham Rector, Rev Jago Wynne, to hear his thoughts on what integrity looks like from a biblical perspective and why he looks to William Wilberforce for inspiration.
Imprisoned executive who inspired Matt Damon movie credits God with turning his life around
Mark Whitacre, who was portrayed by Matt Damon in a movie about his life, said, "God took my life from ashes to beauty".
Slight rise in religious programmes on TV last year
The BBC is behind nearly all the religious programmes available on British TV.