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Christians asked to pray as Labour government prepares conversion therapy proposals
Christians asked to pray as Labour government prepares conversion therapy proposals

The Christian Institute has asked church leaders to put their congregations on 'prayer alert' as the Labour government prepares to publish draft legislation aimed at banning so-called conversion therapy.

Pope Francis' claim \'all religions are a path to God\' rebuked by clergy
Pope Francis' claim 'all religions are a path to God' rebuked by clergy

During a three-day visit to Singapore, Pope Francis declared that "all religions are a path to God," sparking backlash among religious leaders in the U.S.

In Singapore, Pope Francis inspires youth, courts China
In Singapore, Pope Francis inspires youth, courts China

Over 50,000 faithful from Singapore, but also China, Hong Kong and Vietnam, gathered to see the pope on Thursday.

Sudanese Anglican cathedral is now a graveyard for civil war victims, archbishop says
Sudanese Anglican cathedral is now a graveyard for civil war victims, archbishop says

The Sudanese civil war is the world's largest displacement crisis today.

Evangelicals rally behind statement that hopes to combat polarization with revival
Evangelicals rally behind statement that hopes to combat polarization with revival

'I see this statement as a very important call to teaching,' said Richard Mouw, a theologian and former president of Fuller Theological Seminary, who signed a statement urging evangelicals to reject 'political idolatry.'

North Korea flagrantly disregarding international human and religious rights standards - report
North Korea flagrantly disregarding international human and religious rights standards - report

A new report by Christian Solidarity Worldwide has condemned North Korea's ongoing repression of civil and religious liberties.

Christian groups warn against 'dangers' of assisted suicide after 'citizens jury' backs changes
Christian groups warn against 'dangers' of assisted suicide after 'citizens jury' backs changes

A Christian advocacy group has cautioned against proposals to legalise assisted suicide and called instead for society to prioritise suicide prevention and "life-affirming care".

Historic churches to benefit from Lottery funding
Historic churches to benefit from Lottery funding

A three-year investment scheme to help the UK's historic places of worship meet expensive repair costs has been welcomed.

Children must be at heart of UK's foreign and aid policies, say campaigners
Children must be at heart of UK's foreign and aid policies, say campaigners

Signed by over 1,500 children's advocates, the World Vision petition calls attention to the many threats children are facing across the globe, and underlines the importance of ensuring a future that protects them.

Alistair Begg announces retirement
Alistair Begg announces retirement

Author and pastor Alistair Begg has announced plans to retire as the senior pastor of Parkside Church in Cleveland, Ohio, on Sept. 14, 2025, five decades after entering into the ministry.

Hearing loss advocate urges churches to 'learn from Jesus' to reach deaf communities for Christ
Hearing loss advocate urges churches to 'learn from Jesus' to reach deaf communities for Christ

An advocate for the d/Deaf community challenges churches to re-evaluate their approaches to fellowship and evangelism to better serve the distinctive needs of this sizeable people group, which has its own cultures and languages.

Telling God's story for the modern world
Telling God's story for the modern world

A new book from leaders out of the 24-7 Prayer movement is seeking to tell the Biblical story in a brand-new way, weaving Scripture and personal stories into a compelling narrative designed to capture the hearts and minds of modern readers hungry for something fresh and real.

Politician quits over social media post of baby Jesus with bullet holes
Politician quits over social media post of baby Jesus with bullet holes

The images, which were shared on Instagram, showed the faces of Mary and Jesus riddled with bullet holes, prompting a wave of criticism and formal complaints.

The angel in the rubble on 9/11
The angel in the rubble on 9/11

"Transformed in a single day." The incredible story of the woman who survived when more than 90 floors of the World Trade Center collapsed on top of her - and found God during the terrifying 27-hour ordeal.

Evangelical Alliance appoints new leader for Scotland
Evangelical Alliance appoints new leader for Scotland

Lynne Paterson has been appointed as the new head of the Evangelical Alliance Scotland.

Trump\'s abortion pivot hasn\'t shaken evangelical Christian leaders\' support
Trump's abortion pivot hasn't shaken evangelical Christian leaders' support

'I don't just consider a candidate's words, I look at their actions and what they have done,' said the Rev. Franklin Graham.