Church
Bishop: Church Must Keep Hard Line On Gay Relationships Even If It Risks Institutional Status
A conservative bishop has accused the Church of England of "being oblivious to the obvious" over the links between theology and growth.
Pope Francis Ends Holy Year Of Mercy Amid Rifts And Division
Pope Francis ended the Roman Catholic Church's 'Holy Year of Mercy' on Sunday but closing the 'Door of Mercy' in the Vatican.
Pope's Horror At Prostitute Tortured And Forced To Work Until She Gave Birth
Pope Francis has spoken of his horror at the stories of prostitutes he met during a visit to a rescue centre as part of the Church's Year of Mercy.
How Our Troubled Times Give The Church A Chance To Shine
There are some significant shifts going on in our culture right now. If we the Church are going to be effective in our times we need to be aware of them so that we can discern how we can faithfully witness to the good news of Jesus.
Church in India Allows People Affected By Demonetisation to Take Money From Its Collection Boxes
Go ahead, take whatever amount you want. A church in India made this public invitation on Sunday as it opened it donation boxes to needy people, Global Christian News reported.
Agreeing To Disagree? What We Can Learn From Peter And Paul
Today marks the Catholic feast day of the dedication of the Churches of Saints Peter and Paul. What can we learn from the lives of these two apostles?
Conservative Anglican Churches Buck Trend Of Decline
Conservative Anglican churches buck the trend of decline to show an increase in attendance over the past five years.
'Nobody Should Be Forgotten': Catholic Church Urges Prison Reform
Criminal justice reform is vital, Cardinal Vincent Nichols said today, as he urged employers to 'ban the box' that bars many ex-offenders from finding employment after prison.
The Feast Of Christ The King: Celebrating Jesus' Rightful Position In the Universe
This week sees the Feast of Christ the King, when churches across the world will spend the Sunday before Advent reflecting especially on the kingship of Jesus. But where did this occasion come from and what does it mean?
Family Sues Megachurch After Daughter Drowns In Pastor's Swimming Pool
An Indiana megachurch is to be sued over the suspicious death of an eighteen year old woman found unconscious in the church pastor's swimming pool.
Christians In Germany Told Not They Must Not Try To Convert Jews
Protestants in Germany have come together to reject their "Mission to the Jews".
Wild West Nun On The Path To Becoming A Saint
Sister Blandina Segale lived an extraordinary life including befriending famous outlaw Billy The Kid after he had been shot.
Catholic Church One of the Most Culturally Diverse Institutions in the U.S., 'Groundbreaking' Report Shows
The Roman Catholic Church is among the most culturally diverse institutions in the United States at present, with a mix of white, Hispanic, Asian and African faithful, a recent study revealed.
Beaming God Into Your Living Room: Nigeria's New Christian Satellite TV Channel
Theotokos TV will exist "for evangelism and development of the society". It will take the story of the vibrant Church in Nigeria to other Africans and the rest of the world.
What Will Really Help Your Church To Grow?
"Literal interpretation of Bible 'helps increase church attendance'" Why attitude matters as much as theology in church growth.
Research Says: Conservative Theology Helps Churches Grow Faster
Conservative churches grow faster than more liberal leaning ones, a five-year study has shown.