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Worcester Cathedral begins project to restore at-risk tower pinnacles
The work is expected to be completed in January.
New Iranian security law could be used to further suppress Christian activity
Religious freedom campaigners have warned that a new law aimed at countering foreign espionage in Iran may actually be used to further suppress the rights of Christians.
Bethel Church leader Bill Johnson remarries in private ceremony
Bethel Church Senior Leader Bill Johnson has married Linda Francoeur, four years after the death of his first wife, Beni Johnson, following a lengthy battle with cancer.
Christian leaders respond to devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet
Christian leaders have offered their prayers as emergency workers continue to respond to catastrophic flash floods in Nepal and Tibet killed hundreds of people and left many more missing.
Archbishop of Canterbury calls for peace and pledges ‘prayerful solidarity’ with Ukraine
The Archbishop of Canterbury has assured Ukrainians of the Church of England’s continued prayers and solidarity as the country continues to endure the devastating effects of war.
Dolly Parton’s lifelong Christian faith: ‘My music was more my ministry than a job’
Country music legend Dolly Parton, who has died at the age of 80, was known around the world for songs including ‘Jolene’, ‘9 to 5’ and ‘I Will Always Love You’, but behind her decades-long career was a Christian faith that she frequently described as central to her life.
Calls for investigation after monk killed at Ukrainian monastery
A law firm representing the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC) has said the murder of a monk cannot be separated from what it describes as a wider campaign of persecution against the Church.
Church of Scotland considers giving up historic abbey to government care
Is the Church of Scotland losing its historical buildings or doing what it can to preserve them?
Former Bishop of Durham admits misconduct in handling of John Smyth allegations
The former Bishop of Durham, Paul Butler, has admitted to allegations of misconduct in connection to the handling of abuse claims against the late John Smyth.
David Campanale seeks almost £790,000 in compensation from Lib Dems
The Liberal Democrats have previously admitted to unlawful religious discrimination.
Young people still see marriage as ‘ultimate sign of commitment’
Young adults remain strongly attracted to marriage despite falling marriage rates and the widespread acceptance of cohabitation.
Anna Faris says son has asked her to become a Christian
The Scary Movie star suggested she was open to becoming a Christian "but it’s going to take a whole lot of long conversations".
Church of England urges prayers for those impacted by heatwaves, drought and wildfires
The Church of England is encouraging its parishioners to pray for those impacted by drought, heatwaves and wildfires, in what could well become Britain’s hottest summer on record.
Winchester churches make most of heatwaves with outreach initiatives
Churches in the Diocese of Winchester have been making the most of the unusually hot summer by heading out into the community and holding worship and other events outside.
Archbishop promotes petition for worldwide religious freedom
Most people in the world live in countries with limited or no religious freedom.
Proposed 'Babies bill' is about 'supporting' families during first 1,001 days of life
The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children (SPUC) has thrown its support behind a so-called “Babies Bill” that would provide additional support to babies, parents and carers from the moment of conception until a child turns two.