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Former Archbishop of Canterbury suggests Church leaders maintain a 'judicious silence' on immigration
The former Archbishop of Canterbury, George Carey, has warned his next successor to steer clear of commenting on policies like immigration.View the full article
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Scots appear to be cautious about legalising assisted suicide
Plans to legalise assisted suicide may fall foul of the European Convention on Human Rights.View the full article
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Shadow minister backs Christian nurse in trans-race row
Jennifer Melle was suspended after refusing to address a convicted paedophile with female pronouns. View the full article
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Chaplaincy teams provide prayer and spiritual support in town centres
"People might disagree with what we believe, but they appreciate what we do.”View the full article
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Bible translation accelerates as millions receive Scripture in their own language
The global movement to make the Bible available in every language is gaining remarkable momentum, with new figures showing historic progress in translation efforts.View the full article
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Feeling Overwhelmed This Fall? 7 Gentle Habits Moms Can Start Today
Fall is medicinal when you live in the eastern foothills of Tennessee. Temperatures hover in the upper sixties, leaves burn bright red, and dried cornstalks decorate the country highways. Nature has her gentle way, leaning into such God-ordained change, and her scenery leaves you wistful, nostalgic, and a bit healed from a hot, sticky summer where people and circumstances might have left your heart scorched.Meanwhile, away from the quiet highways is the ever-present noise of the fall season. Back-to-school time is exciting and exhausting, and, more often than not, most moms feel the weight of burnout long before fall break. Lunches must be made, backpacks packed, sports practices scheduled, carpools organized, etc. Then there are weekend ball tournaments, obligatory bonfires and football parties, church activities, and, before you can catch your breath, it’s Monday again. Amid all the going, going, going, you, my dear mama, quietly battle the war of mom guilt. You wonder if, in this hectic season, you are not only showing up enough for your family, but showing up well.This fall, if you’re overwhelmed with the responsibilities of motherhood, consider these seven gentle routines, rooted in grace: Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/ruizluquepazView the full article
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Are Sleepovers Safe? Navigating Sleepovers Today
Luckily, several families near us have started doing “late overs.” The kids all went over and watched movies and played games until around 9:30/10, then everyone went home. View the full article
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Respectfully, No: 3 Christ-Centered Ways to Say No Without Guilt as a Mom
If you constantly say yes out of guilt, fear, or pressure, it's time to take a holy pause. This guide teaches you how to protect your peace and your family by saying no correctly.View the full article
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A Prayer for Wise Counsel When You Need to Make a Decision - Your Daily Prayer - September 30
The world’s advice will leave you second-guessing. Here’s how to tap into the guidance that never fails.View the full article
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Rediscovering God’s creation in a screen-saturated age
According to new research, young people in the UK are spending most of their time indoors, glued to screens, with little interest to encounter the beauty of nature. But what a loss this is!View the full article
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Lancashire bishops commend £20m government boost for local communities
It has been described as a “vital step forward” for regeneration and community renewal.View the full article
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Major crackdown sees dozens of Christians detained in east China
Authorities in eastern China have detained over 70 Christians in what Open Doors describes as one of the largest crackdowns on unregistered churches in recent years.View the full article
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Attacks follow new anti-conversion bill in Rajasthan, India
A wave of attacks on Christians erupted in northwest India’s Rajasthan state following passage of harsh anti-conversion legislation even though it has yet to receive the governor’s assent, sources said.View the full article
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Who was Michael the angel and what is his significance?
29 September is Michaelmas also known as the Feast of St Michael and All Angels. Who was St Michael and what is Michaelmas all about? This is the story …View the full article
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Reports of more young people going to church after Charlie Kirk's murder
Some pastors have reported seeing an increase in church attendance following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, particularly among young adults, some of whom haven’t attended a worship service in years.View the full article
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Gunman kills 4 after crashing vehicle into Mormon church
A gunman drove his vehicle into a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building in Michigan on Sunday before opening fire on worshippers during a service.View the full article
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Church doctrine and treading the line between development and heresy
The difference is of particular relevance to the Church of England as it continues to move in the wrong direction on same-sex marriage.View the full article
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King and Queen to meet Pope Leo XIV
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will meet Pope Leo XIV when they visit the Vatican in October. View the full article
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Report highlights discrimination against Christian prisoners in Pakistan
Christian prisoners were often treated as “untouchables” by both prison staff and other prisoners.View the full article
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Growing concerns over abortion pill safety on both sides of the Atlantic
Fresh warnings have emerged in the UK and US about the dangers of abortion pills, with new data highlighting the scale of complications faced by women.View the full article
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Survey reveals thousands of UK churches may close by 2030
A nationwide survey by UK charity National Churches Trust has raised concerns that as many as 2,000 churches across the UK could close within the next five years.View the full article
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The problem with recognising Palestine
Christians (and hopefully others) have a responsibility to look beyond the superficial, and the memes, and dig a bit deeper.View the full article
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C of E says greater support is needed for conservative bishops in the Church of England
A new report raised concerns about overstretched bishops and an unsustainable workload.View the full article
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Golf? For Samuel Ryder – founder of the Ryder Cup – his faith was more important
Here’s a shock for many of the world’s top golfers, and golfing fans gathering in Farmingdale, New York for the 45th Ryder Cup. View the full article
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Voddie Baucham dies at 56 after 'emergency medical incident'
The announcement of his passing was made by his family. He was 56.View the full article