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It it 'extremism' to believe in climate change? 4 in 10 people say it is
New polling shows that calling views extremist is extremely unhelpful and talking about extremism is a recipe for chaos.
Freedom of religion is worth fighting for in Europe, says Angela Merkel
'We have realized in the past few months that Europe is more than just bureaucracy and economic regulation, that Europe and living together in the European Union have something to do with war and peace, that the decades of peace after World War Two would have been completely unthinkable without the European Union,' said Merkel
Pastor and doting father of five killed as plane crashes shortly after take-off
Pastor Trevor Morris, 40, who led Union Hill Baptist Church in Brownsboro, Texas, died tragically Thursday morning when a plane in which he was traveling crashed near Tyler Pounds Regional airport shortly after takeoff.
Archaeologist uncovers proof that vineyard recorded in Old Testament actually existed
Archaeologist Dr Norma Franklin says she is not religious but believes that the Bible can be used to help in historical research in Israel.
Here's the BAD news about churches that are actually growing
There are many churches in America that are actually growing but there's a problem. When you start delving into the statistics, the growth is not exactly what it seems.
Shaman who once channeled dark powers is now a follower of Jesus after 'man in white' saves her from brink of death
The spirit-doctor named Ting was a respected and authoritative figure in her community who people turned to for advice regarding practically everything in their lives.
Muslim refugee embraces Jesus on his deathbed after Christian aid worker kept his promise
A staunch defender of Islam never expected Jesus to come to his life, much less transform him into an ardent believerânot in his wildest dreams.
Ex-Marine turned missionary rescues baby boy from clutches of ISIS after parents were gunned down trying to flee Mosul
Thanks to the heroics of a former U.S. Marine turned missionary, a baby boy is alive and well after he was rescued deep in the heart of former ISIS stronghold, Mosul, in Iraq.
How to be sure about the truth when the lies sound so good
Today a lot of lies are being marketed as "truth", whether it's what we see in the news or read in magazines, hear in music, or from the mouths of our favorite celebrities.
As churches shut down summer activities, Berlin 'dismayed and furious' over murder of German women in Egypt
German officials said on Saturday they had been left 'dismayed and furious' by the stabbing of two German women at an Egyptian beach resort, calling it a deliberate attack on foreign tourists.
How a Christian charity is reaching out to thousands in desperate need in Mosul
The military campaign may be over but thousands still need help. Tearfund is asking for prayers and other support
Brexit 'must not happen' says former prime minister and committed Christian Tony Blair
Blair, a committed Christian who since leaving office has advocated for faith around the world, says in an interview with Sky News to be broadcast tomorrow that it is has insisted it is 'absolutely necessary' that Brexit does not happen.
Prominent Christian human rights activist released from jail in China but fears grow for imprisoned pastor
A prominent Christian human rights activist in China has been released from jail after serving his four-year sentence for 'gathering a crowd to disturb public order'. His release comes as fears grow for the life of Christian pastor Zhang Shaojie who remains in prison.
New hope for Charlie Gard as judge invites US doctor to fly to UK to examine him
A doctor from the United States is to fly to the UK this weekend to assess the critically-ill baby Charlie Gard on Monday. Dr Michio Hirano was named in the High Court in London for the first time this morning.
World's oldest Methodist chapel re-opens after multi-million pound upgrade
The oldest Methodist chapel in the world is celebrating after the completion of an extensive refurbishment project.
Christian churches face summer activity shutdown in Egypt after new terror threat
Dr Andrea Zaki, president of the Protestant Churches of Egypt, told World Watch Monitor: 'I asked all our churches and conference centres to cancel their trips and events for the next three weeks. There is news they could be targeted by radicals.' Services will continue, however.