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Faith leaders call for action after biggest climate march in history
Hundreds of thousands of protesters marched through cities around the world on Sunday, demanding that world leaders act immediately against climate change.

Peshawar bombing anniversary: Justin Welby calls for prayer for persecuted church
On the anniversary of the Peshawar church bombings, the Archbishop of Canterbury has called for prayers for all those suffering under persecution around the world.

Pope looks to simplify annulment procedure
Pope Francis has asked a group of theologians to consider how to make it easier to have marriages annulled in the Catholic Church.

When a woman lost a treasured family Bible, it turned up in the most remarkable place 40 years later
Deborah Savely was devastated when a beloved Bible fell out of her backpack over 40 years ago.

Saeed Abedini's wife says she's 'praying for a miracle'
This week sees the two-year anniversary of the imprisonment of pastor Saeed Abedini in Iran.

British government to make Muslim schools teach children about Christianity?
A report in the media suggests British government ministers are divided over a proposal to make Muslim schools teach their students about the Christian faith.

Jesus Toast researchers win silly science award
A team of researchers who looked into why people see things like the face of Jesus in patterns has scooped one of this year's Ig Noble prizes.

Pakistan: Call to protect minority places of worship as Christians mark church bombing anniversary
The horrific bombing of a church in Pakistan last year is on the minds of the country's Christians as they mark the first anniversary on Monday.
Jill Duggar: 19 Kids and Counting star thrilled to enter second trimester of pregnancy
While some celebs like to keep their fans guessing by keeping their baby bumps under wraps, Duggar has been happily sharing hers with her followers, posting photos of its development each week.

Gordon Brown draws on Ecclesiastes in heartfelt plea for unity in Scotland
Emotions are still running high in Scotland days after a narrow majority voted to keep the country in the United Kingdom.

Does ISIS' latest hostage video mark a change of tactics?
The latest video to be released by Islamic State is markedly different from the brutal videos of beheadings, but serves the same purpose â the glorification of IS and the intimidation of the West.

How Pope Francis became a 'powerful new ally' in the war on climate change
Scientists are turning to the Pope in an attempt to find a solution to some of the world's most serious problems.

Boko Haram: Negotiations could ensure release of kidnapped Nigerian schoolgirls
A negotiation deal may be close to being brokered with Boko Haram, which could secure the release of the missing Chibok schoolgirls.

Hats off to Pope Francis: skullcap raises more than â¬100k on eBay
If you've ever dreamt of sporting a hat worn by Pope Francis himself, then you're in luck: his skullcap has been put on eBay and could be yours for just over â¬100,000.

Central African Republic pastor: 'Only God can save our country'
The international community may look to the United Nations to solve the crisis in Central African Republic, but facing ongoing conflict and a growing humanitarian crisis, one church pastor says his country is beyond the help of the UN.

Scotland votes No: Now it's time for the nation to unite and build, say churches
It was a closely fought campaign to the end but on the night, Scots affirmed their desire to remain within the UK by a consistent margin.