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European court accused of overreach after ruling against Poland in disability abortion case
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has come under criticism after ruling against Poland in a case concerning abortion on the grounds of disability.
Terrorist attack on church-run clinic in eastern DRC leaves dozens dead
A late-night assault on a Catholic health facility in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo has left around 20 civilians dead.
Christians invited to start 2026 in prayer for the nation
A nationwide prayer initiative involving thousands of churches and Christians is set to take place at the start of the New Year.
King Charles donates £50,000 toward roof repairs at late Queen’s cherished Norfolk church
King Charles has personally stepped in to support restoration work at a historic Norfolk church long treasured by his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
Calls for prayer as court hears sacked chaplain's appeal
Christians are being asked to pray as the Employment Appeal Tribunal hears the case of sacked chaplain Rev Dr Bernard Randall.
Russian courts ban more Baptist churches in continued crackdown
Russian courts have banned three more Baptist churches affiliated with the Council of Churches Baptists in the southern region of Krasnodar amid an ongoing crackdown on unregistered congregations across the country.
Evangelicals offer praise for Armenia PM after he recites Bible at prayer breakfast amid church tensions
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, under criticism from rights groups over his government's treatment of senior clergy from Armenia's national church, received strong praise from American and British Evangelical leaders after highlighting his record at the country's first national prayer breakfast on Saturday.
Hollywood stars Cate Blanchett and Spike Lee meet Pope
Pope Leo XIV welcomed a group of Hollywood luminaries to the Vatican on Saturday, including Oscar-winning actress Cate Blanchett and director Spike Lee.
The gift of fellowship in building one body in Christ
There’s a saying that a lone coal grows dim, but coals heaped together glow red-hot. The same could be said of the Church.
Lessons from Old Testament figures: Joshua
The same God who led Joshua still leads you today.
Veteran theologian John Lennox reflects on ageing, legacy and the hope that endures
In a wide-ranging and deeply personal conversation, renowned lay theologian and apologist John Lennox has provided a striking reflection on ageing, spiritual resilience, and what it truly means to “finish well.”
Who was St Margaret of Scotland and why is she important?
16 November is the day when people remember St Margaret of Scotland. She was born in Hungary and became Queen of Scotland, where she restored the religious life of the country. This is her story …
Scottish government urged to reject 'extreme' abortion up to birth proposals
Christian and pro-life groups are calling on the Scottish government to reject "extreme" proposals to allow abortion up to birth.
Islamist protest in Uganda leaves five Christians dead
Five Christians were killed and 44 others injured on 4 November after an Islamist leader incited Muslims to attack Christians over pork sales near a mosque in Yumbe, northern Uganda, sources said.
Charity Commission tells Archbishops’ Council it 'must rapidly accelerate' safeguarding reforms
The Church of England is not moving fast enough to implement promised safeguarding improvements, the Charity Commission has said.
'Kink' and 'BDSM' university clubs putting young students at risk, says Christian group
A first year female student was distressed after older students invited her to whip a rubber dummy at a Fresher's fair.