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Celebrating 500 Years of the English New Testament
Celebrating 500 Years of the English New Testament

Churches, cathedrals and Christian groups across England are marking the 500th anniversary of the first printed English New Testament. This is the story …

Twenty churches unite as 80 people are baptised in public celebration
Twenty churches unite as 80 people are baptised in public celebration

More than 80 people publicly declared their faith in Jesus Christ as 20 churches from across Rotherham and the surrounding area came together for a landmark public baptism celebration at Manvers Lake on Sunday.

Young adults are finding faith online but it's personal relationships that bring them to church, report finds
Young adults are finding faith online but it's personal relationships that bring them to church, report finds

Social media may be opening the door to Christianity for a growing number of young adults, but personal relationships are the "decisive factor" in leading many to church and to faith in Christ, according to a report commissioned by the Church of England.

Vicar gives blessing at 14,000ft during charity skydive
Vicar gives blessing at 14,000ft during charity skydive

Rev Gerard Rundell was unexpectedly asked to bless the cameraman while they were still in freefall.

UN report finds many young people want to get married but find it hard to do so
UN report finds many young people want to get married but find it hard to do so

Money and housing are the main barriers to marriage and children.

Why integrity matters: Lessons from William Wilberforce 
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.

Could smartphones be behind falling birth rates? Study suggests iPhone plays major role
Could smartphones be behind falling birth rates? Study suggests iPhone plays major role

The introduction of the iPhone may have contributed substantially to America's falling birth rate, suggesting smartphones changed social behaviour in ways that led to fewer pregnancies, researchers have argued.

'On the brink of death': Minister turns near-fatal illness into book of hope
'On the brink of death': Minister turns near-fatal illness into book of hope

"It is in pain that you really discover what you believe" - that's the hard-won lesson at the heart of a new book by Christian minister Cornel Romans following his own brush with death from serious illness. 

New guidance published to help churches use AI wisely
New guidance published to help churches use AI wisely

New guidance has been launched to help Christian leaders navigate the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence.

When God changes our plans: trusting Him through disappointment
When God changes our plans: trusting Him through disappointment

We may not understand every twist in the journey, but we can trust the Author.

Premier League stars use World Cup spotlight to share Christian faith with millions online
Premier League stars use World Cup spotlight to share Christian faith with millions online

Several Premier League footballers are using the global attention surrounding the FIFA World Cup to speak openly about their Christian faith, taking part in a Bible campaign encouraging fans around the world to engage with Scripture.

‘If something surprises you that much, it’s probably wrong’: researchers urge caution over religion polling after ‘Quiet Revival’ controversy
‘If something surprises you that much, it’s probably wrong’: researchers urge caution over religion polling after ‘Quiet Revival’ controversy

The controversy surrounding the now-withdrawn Quiet Revival report should serve as a reminder that eye-catching statistics require careful scrutiny rather than immediate acceptance, two of Britain’s leading social researchers have said.

Ann Widdecombe, devout Christian and right-wing stalwart, dies aged 78
Ann Widdecombe, devout Christian and right-wing stalwart, dies aged 78

The longtime Conservative MP and later TV personality was known for her outspoken faith and defence of free speech.

Christian app for defeating porn addiction has over half a million downloads
Christian app for defeating porn addiction has over half a million downloads

The app features daily devotionals and accountability groups to help its users live free from porn.

Pastors are still struggling but relief remains out of reach for many
Pastors are still struggling but relief remains out of reach for many

Pastoral satisfaction has dropped 20 points since 2015 but the measures many pastors believe would help are often unattainable.

Jordan Peterson says activities remain 'very limited' in health update
Jordan Peterson says activities remain 'very limited' in health update

Canadian psychologist and author Jordan Peterson has shared a health update, revealing his activities remain "very limited" as he continues recovering from a prolonged illness, but he has resumed writing and is "relieved" to "be doing something creative and useful."