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Myanmar junta orders an early Christmas
Locals are reportedly unhappy with the decree but know that failure to comply could lead to arrest.
BBC chooses Bradford Cathedral for Christmas Day broadcast
The BBC has chosen Bradford Cathedral as the location for its live Christmas Day service in 2025, coinciding with its status as UK City of Culture and placing the historic cathedral firmly in the Christmas morning spotlight.
Presbyterian Church in Ireland under investigation amid safeguarding concerns
The Charity Commission for Northern Ireland has launched an inquiry into the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.
Keir Starmer praises faith and church volunteers in Christmas interview
Church volunteers "are the true Britain" and doing the country proud, the Prime Minister said.
Pastor who gave sermon near abortion clinic stands trial
No mention of abortion was made in the sermon.
CoE sees surge in interest this Christmas amid reports of a 'quiet revival'
The Church of England has said that it is experiencing a surge in interest and that it has registered a record number of services this Christmas.
Nicaragua bans international visitors from bringing in Bibles
Nicaragua has gone up the league table of anti-Christian persecutors.
The little-known prayers written by Jane Austen
It is now 250 years since the birth of Jane Austen whose books and their many screen adaptations are beloved around the world. Not many people know that she was a devout Christian who also wrote devotional prayers. This is the story …
The Anglican worldview of Jane Austen’s life and novels
16 December 2025 marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of novelist Jane Austen, who was born in southern England in 1775. Her novels are steeped in biblical analogy and practical theology. This is the story…
Almost half of UK adults plan to attend church this Christmas, new poll finds
Churches across the UK are expecting fuller pews this Christmas, as new research suggests a significant rise in the number of people planning to attend services and church-run events over the festive season.
ACNA panel recommends archbishop stand trial
The Board of Inquiry issued a short statement on Friday stating that there was “probable cause to present” ACNA Archbishop Steve Wood “for trial for violation of Canon 2 of this Title.”
Controversial US bishop to give BBC Christmas message
The BBC has invited Bishop Mariann Budde, the US bishop who challenged President Donald Trump at an inauguration service in January, to give a Christmas message.
Australian church leaders stand in solidarity with Jewish community after Bondi Beach terrorist attack
Christian leaders in Australia have expressed their solidarity with the country's grief-stricken Jewish community after a deadly terrorist attack on Bondi Beach in Sydney on Sunday night.
The little-known history of the X in Xmas
Many Christians worry that writing “Xmas” crosses Christ out of Christmas, but the story of the X is an ancient, deeply rooted Christian custom. This is the story ….
Large crowds join Tommy Robinson's Christmas carol service
The carol service passed off peacefully despite fears to the contrary.
Who was the historical King Herod?
At Christmas time we read about King Herod who ruled Judea at the time of Jesus’s birth, and he is the villain of many Nativity plays. But King Herod was a real historical character. This is the story …