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The sobering statistic is that only half of children who grow up in Christian families will still have a faith by the age of 18.

Vatican Issues New Norms To Rein In Supernatural Phenomena

Once left only to local bishops, the Vatican doctrinal office will now have the ultimate say on apparitions, miracles and the supernatural.

Getting The Most Out Of Parent And Toddler Groups

Christian Today spoke with Joanna Gordon, CEO Daniel's Den, to hear about the importance of setting a strong foundation for children and why toddler groups are such a vital part of

Christians Who Sounded Alarm Over Inappropriate Sex Ed 'Vindicated' By Government Changes

Government plans to ban extreme sex education and gender identity lessons from primary schools have been welcomed by Christians who have spent years fighting for change.

Poll Finds Young Religious Brits Are Committed To Their Faith But Christians Lack Confidence

The results point to a "youth revival of faith" but a "crisis of confidence" among Christians, according to the IIFL.

Most School Leaders Do Not Agree With Collective Worship Law

A new poll has found that most school leaders oppose the legal requirement to hold collective worship in schools in England.

Christian Teenager Killed In Sword Attack Laid To Rest

The family of a 14 year old killed in a sword attack in London last month have paid tribute to him after his funeral on Friday.

Christians In France See 'Worrying' Surge In Hate Crimes

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In total, national police and gendarmerie services recorded 15,000 offences of an anti religious, racist or xenophobic nature in 2023.

Five 'True Story' Films Now Streaming On Amazon Prime That You'll Want To Watch

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You might despair at the negativity and depravity in many modern films, but if you're already subscribed to a streaming service, there are hidden gems to be found in their vast dat

It's Time For A New Thing In Global Christian Missions

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We need to awaken a larger pool of the global body of Christ and equip them to embrace innovative approaches to evangelism while remaining faithful to the timeless message of Jesus

Historic German Church Hosts Worship Service Featuring Taylor Swift Music

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A centuries old church in Germany drew more than 1,200 people on Sunday for worship services featuring the music of Taylor Swift.

Mps Propose Law Change That Would Make Sex-Selective Abortion Legal In England And Wales

The campaign group against sex selective abortion, Stop Gendercide, has raised concerns that pro abortion amendments to a Government Bill would make sex selective abortions legal i

Pro-Life Rally Outside Parliament Urges Mps To Reject Abortion Up To Birth

Hundreds of people are expected to join a pro life rally outside Parliament as MPs debate the Criminal Justice Bill and radical amendments that propose decriminalising abortion, ev

On Your Feet

Feet are vital over an average lifetime we walk between 75,000 and 100,000 miles and any problem with them seriously affects our life. It's hardly surprising, then, that the Bible

Leviticus 19: Loving Your Neighbour As Yourself: The Key Injunction Of The Torah

Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on what love of neighbour means in the Torah.

Autism And The Image Of God: How To Be A Welcoming Community?

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By adjusting ourselves and our environments, we can ensure that autistic children receive the care and support they require to flourish in both home and church settings.

Practising Christians More Sceptical Of Artificial Intelligence

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Practising Christians and Scripture engaged believers are more skeptical of artificial intelligence than the American public as a whole, according to a new survey.

Dundee-Based Chaplain Provides Lifeline To People Struggling With Addiction And Poor Mental Health

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Tailored care and guidance is helping people to turn away from addiction towards functioning lives in the Scottish city of Dundee.

Lib Dems Accused Of Deselecting Candidate For Christian Faith

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The Liberal Democrat party has been reported to the equalities watchdog over accusations that Christian members are being treated unfairly.

Churches Open As Shelters In Flood-Hit Brazil

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Local churches across southern Brazil have opened their doors to provide shelter and aid to residents in areas of the country that have been devastated by catastrophic floods that

A Christian View Of Suicide And Assisted Suicide

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Because assisted suicide must thus be regarded as a breach of the sixth commandment, Christians are under an obligation to refuse to engage in it themselves, and to refuse to help

What Happened In The Ten Days Between Ascension And Pentecost?

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Between Ascension and Pentecost, the surviving eleven apostles replaced Judas and appointed the 13th apostle. This is the story ...

Gospel For Asia Founder Kp Yohannan Dies Of Cardiac Arrest After Being Struck By Car

K.P. Yohannan, the founder and director of Gospel for Asia and the metropolitan of the Believers Eastern Church, has died of a cardiac arrest at the age of 74.

From Onlyfans To Jesus

Many Christians celebrated when two Onlyfans girls turned from porn to Christ recently, but why have they been met with a barrage of criticism online?

After Hagia Sophia, Turkey Converts A Second Ancient Byzantine Church Into A Mosque

Muslim worshippers at the mosque on Friday said they viewed Chora Church's rededication as an Islamic site to be a national win for Turkey.

Learning From Hymnody

Newton's words, and the classical Christian theology underlying them thus provide us with a great promise. However, they also provide a great challenge to us and to other people kn

Haitian Aid Workers Worry American Christian Donors Could Worsen Crisis

A network led by seven humanitarian organizations is working to convince American faith based donors to shift their support away from funding for orphanages to focus on family stre

Welcome To Eurovision – A Celebration Of The Decadent And Profane

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Until recently Eurovision was a jolly and undemanding evening, showcasing European solidarity. Good fun, all round! Fast forward to 2024, and a rather different picture emerges.

Benny Hinn Shares Two Things He Regrets Most About His Ministry

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Controversial televangelist Benny Hinn said his two "biggest regrets" in his decades long ministry include promoting prophesies he now admits "were not accurate or from the Lord" a

Bear Grylls Played A Special Role In Russell Brand's Baptism

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Assisting Russell Brand's baptism was a "privilege", survival TV star Bear Grylls has said.

What Is Ascension Day And Why Do We Celebrate It?

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Thursday 9th May is Ascension Day, which is a public holiday in many countries. This is the story.

We Should Pray For Those Feeling Disappointed After The Local Elections

To be a candidate is to make yourself really vulnerable, to expose yourself to scrutiny, maybe to ridicule and hostility, but certainly to the possibility that you will be rejected

Six Christians Killed, Eight Wounded In Kaduna State, Nigeria

Fulani herdsmen on Sunday raided a village in southern Kaduna state, Nigeria, killing six Christians, area residents said.

Bbc Affirms Importance Of Religious Broadcasting In The Digital Age

After commemorating 100 years of religious broadcasting, the BBC has reaffirmed its commitment to continue faith programming on both television and radio, emphasising the enduring

Southern Baptists, Losing Members, Find Solace In Baptisms And Better Attendance

While membership in the US' largest Protestant denomination is down, participation in worship and baptisms went up in 2023. But a new statistical report found that many Southern Ba

'Cancelled' Welsh Hymns On Mental Illness And Addiction Resurrected By Singer

In a cultural revival that delves into the heart of Welsh heritage, folk singer Lleuwen Steffan has unearthed a trove of hymns that were once shunned by all male committees, report

What Does It Mean To Take The Bible Literally?

People often ask if Christians should take the Bible literally. Some people complain that Christians take the Bible too literally, others complain that Christians don't take the Bi

Persecution Watchdog Warns Of Growing Hostility To Christians In Us: 'Frogs In The Kettle'

The president of a nonprofit Christian persecution watchdog that monitors hostility to faith and freedom abroad warned that too few Christians in America and the West seem aware of

Ayaan Hirsi Ali Feels 'Regret' For Mocking Christianity

Richard Dawkins meanwhile said he considers himself "Team Christianity".

Love For God And Love Within The Family According To Jewish Thought

Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on what familial love means within Jewish thought.

Archaeology In The Holy Land Finds Evidence Supporting Bible's Historical Records

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New research in the Holy Land into the growth and construction of Jerusalem is lending further credence to recordings contained within the ancient texts of the Bible.

Why Do Some Christians Celebrate Easter On A Different Date?

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This year in 2024, across most of the Orthodox world, many millions of people are celebrating Easter on Sunday 5 May. This is the story ...

What Is The 'Manosphere' And Should Christians Be Concerned?

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The manosphere's solutions to genuine concerns often do not align with Christian teaching, and the Church must outline a better way forward.

Out Of The Hottest Fire Comes The Strongest Steel

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The old Chinese proverb says 'out of the hottest fire comes the strongest steel'. When I close my eyes I can still see the flames engulfing the forest, crackling at the edges of th

Only 6% Of Self-Professed Christians Hold Biblical Worldview Amid Increasing Syncretism In The Us - Survey

Only 6% of Christians have a biblical worldview as many Americans embrace syncretism, according to a new survey.

Azerbaijan Named Among Religious Freedom Violators By Religious Liberty Watchdog

An independent watchdog on religious liberty has recommended Azerbaijan be listed among the State Department's "countries of particular concern" that have committed the most egregi

Attacks On Christians In Egypt Were Preventable, Group Says

State security services at fault, rights observers say

Is The Tide Turning On Transgender Madness At Last?

People are waking up, certainly, but we must guard against complacency. There is a battle ahead.

Catholic Bishops In England, Wales Issue Pastoral Statement Against Transgender Interventions