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Christianity in U.K. sees 'seismic shift' as Pentecostal and charismatic churches thrive, replacing aging churches
Christianity in Britain is seeing a "seismic shift" as more aging churches are closing down and giving way to new and vibrant Pentecostal and charismatic churches that are drawing more and more people of various ages and races.

North Carolina attorney general refuses to defend bathroom law, calling it a 'national embarrassment'
North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper said he will defend a new state law that prohibits Charlotte and other local governments from enacting policies that protect LGBT people.

Priest admits to gambling away $500,000 fund intended for refugee sponsorships in Canada
A priest at a Catholic church in Ontario, Canada is under investigation by the police after he told a bishop that he gambled more than $500,000 fund earmarked for refugee sponsorship.

3 questions to ask yourself before you complain about something
Brits are notorious for complaining - a lot. In winter it's too cold and when the rare heatwave occurs in summer, it's too hot, and the rain? Don't get us started on the rain. Moaning may be an unofficial British pastime but it isn't one that's confined to the island's shores, it's become a common habit worldwide.

God is Back: It's time society caught up
We can't understand what it means to be human without understanding faith. That doesn't mean we need mandated worship everywhere we turn. It does mean far better engagement with matters of faith from our education system, media, and wider public square.

Refugees shot dead by Turkish border forces
Refugees are being shot by Turkish border guards as they flee civil war in Syria.

Headmaster of Christian school arrested in connection with rape of two pupils
The headmaster of a Christian school in Washington has been arrested for allegedly raping and molesting two female pupils, aged 10 and 11, today.

Honour killings under-reported in UK, BBC suggests
Honour killings may be grossly under-reported, according to the BBC, who suggest inter-family violence may be more prevalent than we know in the UK.

Lahore: 'There are no words' says Archbishop as Christians and Muslims gather to pray
Christian and Muslim leaders have gathered in Lahore to pray for peace after 73 people were killed in a terror attack aimed at Christians.

'Massive improvement' needed in palliative care, report shows
Most hospitals fail in their care of elderly people a review has found.

Memphis church security quickly stops man carrying guns during Easter Sunday service with 4,500 in attendance
Memphis church security thwarts gunman carrying weapons who says people are a 'threat to him'

Kolkata flyover collapse is 'act of God' say builders
More than 100 people are feared trapped under the rubble, many with serious injuries.

Evangelism in an age of terror, homophobia and indifference... An interview with Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby
How can we be effective evangelists when for many, faith and the church hold little attraction? Justin Welby has a few ideas...

Religious groups see victory as U.S. Supreme Court seeks compromise on Obamacare contraceptive mandate
The U.S. Supreme Court is seeking to find ways that would allow religious non-profit organizations to avoid giving notice that they're against providing contraceptive insurance coverage while ensuring that their employees get covered.

How do I decide whether to leave my church?
For most Christians, it's a huge issue. Where should I go to church?

AW Tozer: 10 quotes from a 20th century prophet
Tozer was a masterly preacher, with a gift for pithy phrases and rapier-sharp insights into the Bible and the culture of his time.