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Brian Houston announces plans for online ministry and new church in 2024
The 69 year old shared in a post on X, formerly Twitter, that he and wife Bobbie are getting ready to launch a new ministry.
Almost half of Australians would attend church this Christmas - if invited
With Christmas approaching, many Christians may be weighing up whether they should invite friends and family who are non-believers to come along to church with them so they can share the reason the season is so special for them.
Faith leaders call for urgent climate action
Faith leaders are calling on the world's governments and heads of state to take urgent action on the climate.
Church leaders and aid agencies call for end to fighting in Gaza
Dozens of Church leaders and aid agencies have written a joint letter to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak urging an end to fighting in Gaza.
Blasphemy charge devastates Christian family in Pakistan
A court in Pakistan granted bail to a Christian falsely charged with blasphemy, but he and his family have separated and gone into hiding amid threats to their lives, sources said.
ISIS claims responsibility for Philippines church bombing
ISIS has claimed responsibility for the bombing of a church in the Philippines on Sunday in which four people were killed.
Christian community in Syria brought to its knees by 'uncontrollable emigration'
The future of Christianity in Syria is under threat as Christian families continue to leave the country "en masse", a church leader is warning.
Government employees may be barred from wearing religious attire, EU court rules
The European Union's highest court has ruled that member state governments can prohibit public employees from wearing religious attire, such as Muslim female head coverings.
Pope Francis cancels trip to Dubai for COP28 upon doctor's advice
On Saturday, the Vatican had announced that the pope was sick with the flu.
At least 10 Christians slain in Nigerian state
Suspected Fulani herdsmen and other terrorists on 24 November attacked villages in Taraba state, Nigeria, killing at least 10 Christians, sources said.
Bethlehem Christians visit US with appeal or peace plan
A trio of Christian leaders are visiting the US capital carrying a letter signed by churches in Bethlehem, the city in the occupied West Bank long heralded by Christians as the birthplace of Jesus Christ, urging President Joe Biden and congressional lawmakers to push for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and work to establish lasting peace in the region.
German missionary freed from captivity in Mali
A German missionary who was kidnapped in Mali last year has been freed, according to church officials.
Christian group questions report suggesting decline of Christians in China
The leader of a Christian group is pushing back against a recent Pew Research report suggesting that the number of Christians in China could have declined in recent years amid a crackdown by the Chinese Communist Party.
UN raises concerns Ukraine is failing to protect rights of churches with Russian ties
The United Nations has raised concerns over Ukraine's handling of religious rights, particularly for churches linked to Russia, detailing restrictions and threats to the safety of religious communities in the country, not only in Ukraine but also in Russia-occupied territories.
Religious hatred motivated murder of 20-year-old Christian, says father
The father of a 20-year-old Christian who was gunned down in Pakistan this month said the confessed killer was driven by a strong hatred for Christians and Jews.
Alan Scott's church rejects findings of report into misconduct allegations
Dwelling Place Anaheim has said it will not take any action in response to a report into the conduct of its pastor, Alan Scott.