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A three day journey by canoe to receive life-saving treatment from Mercy Ships
A three day journey by canoe to receive life-saving treatment from Mercy Ships

Most Madagascans cannot afford surgery, even on the rare occasions its available.

Church of Scotland issues slavery apology
Church of Scotland issues slavery apology

The Church of Scotland General Assembly said it was “grieved beyond telling” for the suffering inflicted.

Church of England releases prayer for national unity
Church of England releases prayer for national unity

Bishops in the Church of England have issued a prayer for unity in the UK that asks God's protection from "the perils of division and hatred". 

Police drop criminal investigation into street preacher
Police drop criminal investigation into street preacher

A pastor has hailed a "win for free speech" after police dropped a criminal investigation into him over comments he made about Islam and transgender ideology while street preaching. 

Christians, Jews and Muslims unite in week of solidarity
Christians, Jews and Muslims unite in week of solidarity

The aim is to have a million "acts of hope" this week.

Court case launched in support of DRC Christians
Court case launched in support of DRC Christians

DRC forces believed the locals were sympathetic to M23 rebels.

Archbishop of Canterbury pledges solidarity with Britain's Jews
Archbishop of Canterbury pledges solidarity with Britain's Jews

Antisemitic incidents have increased in frequency and deadliness.

Poll suggests quarter of British Christians are 'Christian nationalists'
Poll suggests quarter of British Christians are 'Christian nationalists'

Around a quarter of Christians in Britain identify as Christian nationalists or are sympathetic to its ideas

Cuban pastor's son at risk following months-long detention
Cuban pastor's son at risk following months-long detention

The family has long been a target for Cuban authorities

IDF soldiers jailed for desecrating statue of Mary
IDF soldiers jailed for desecrating statue of Mary

It's not the first time IDF soldiers have been disrespectful of Christian sites.

Labour presses on with controversial plans to ban 'conversion therapy'
Labour presses on with controversial plans to ban 'conversion therapy'

Critics of the plans fear that ordinary Christian practices will be criminalised.

Church of Scotland sees some signs of growth despite fall in membership
Church of Scotland sees some signs of growth despite fall in membership

The Church is prioritising students in its plans for growth and renewal.

Christians urge UN to keep human rights spotlight on Eritrea
Christians urge UN to keep human rights spotlight on Eritrea

Eritrea is sometimes called the "North Korea of Africa".

Many churches unconcerned about food ethics, survey suggests
Many churches unconcerned about food ethics, survey suggests

A survey conducted on behalf of environmental charity Green Christian has suggested that only a minority of churches take into account ethical concerns when serving food and drink.

Church of England celebrates continued post-pandemic growth
Church of England celebrates continued post-pandemic growth

The Church said it was encouraged by five years in a row of growth while acknowledging that growth, attendance and participation remain below pre-pandemic levels.

World Cup 2026 mission campaign aims to mobilise 10,000 churches
World Cup 2026 mission campaign aims to mobilise 10,000 churches

Evangelism and discipleship ministry Cru is hoping to mobilise 10,000 churches to spread the gospel during this summer’s World Cup taking place in the US, Canada and Mexico.