Christian Today

Ukrainian bishop on war: ‘We understand the value of peace most clearly when it is gone’

September 07, 2026

A Ukrainian Catholic bishop has spoken of the immense value of peace and religious freedom as his country marks 35 years since regaining independence from the Soviet Union while continuing to endure the devastation of war.

Calls for release of Christian pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong

September 07, 2026

Nancy Pelosi told colleagues on the House floor that lawmakers must speak out for freedom.

Decline in marriage and relationships among factors driving global fertility slump - study

September 07, 2026

A growing “relationship recession”, alongside economic insecurity, delayed parenthood and changing attitudes towards having children, is contributing to an unprecedented fall in fertility rates around the world, according to a major new study.

US closes door to Christians fleeing persecution, report warns

September 07, 2026

The United States is on track to admit zero Christians fleeing from the world's worst countries for persecution in fiscal year 2026, according to a new report from the global watchdog Open Doors and the Evangelical refugee resettlement agency World Relief.

What do we know about Jesus’ father, Joseph?

September 07, 2026

What do we actually know about Joseph - historically, biblically, and through later Christian tradition?

First Cornish musical setting of the Eucharist receives cultural award

September 05, 2026

The Cornish People’s Mass, a Eucharistic service entirely in the Cornish language, has been recognised with a prestigious award for its cultural significance. This is the story …

CoE clergy feel 'undervalued, under-resourced, overworked, frustrated and vulnerable'

September 05, 2026

Church of England vicars are becoming an “endangered species” according to Save the Parish, which has just produced a major report into the current state of pastoral ministry within the Church.

Scottish bishop urges support for mothers and children, not more liberal abortion laws

September 05, 2026

Was the so-called expert group on abortion rigged from the start?

Nightclub deal with St Paul's Cathedral a 'sad reflection' on Christianity

September 05, 2026

Questionable music events in Britain's cathedrals are becoming increasingly common

Apology issued after anti-immigration protesters confront clergyman inside church

September 04, 2026

The organiser of a Unite the Right UK demonstration has apologised after a tense stand-off between some of its supporters and a senior clergyman.

Call to Him when He is near

September 04, 2026

Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on repentance and its connection with relationships.

Property investor pledges to support legal fees of arrested street preachers

September 04, 2026

Many street preachers have been arrested in recent years.

Church of England hopes to build 2,000 homes to ease housing crisis

September 04, 2026

The Church of England wishes to "lead by example" in tackling the housing crisis.

Pete Greig shares prophetic word: 'Prepare for war'

September 04, 2026

Christian author and 24-7 Prayer founder Pete Greig has shared a prophetic warning which he believes Christians should take seriously - “Prepare for war.”

Gloucester Cathedral organ auction to support next generation of musicians

September 03, 2026

Gloucester Cathedral is giving supporters the chance to have their names permanently associated with its newly completed organ as part of a fundraising auction supporting music education and outreach.

Venezuelan bishop released after 5 years in prison, alleges torture

September 03, 2026

The case against the bishop was “marred by serious irregularities”.

Christians rally to help victims of devastating Nepal floods

September 03, 2026

Catholics and Evangelicals are doing what they can to aid survivors.

Christians called to engage confidently amid growing curiosity in ‘dangerous’ New Age spirituality

September 03, 2026

The Evangelical Alliance's new free guide tackles the world of crystals, manifesting and tarot and how Christians can share their faith confidently with people attracted to such practices.

Most US Protestant churches have grown since 2023, survey finds

September 03, 2026

A majority of US Protestant pastors say worship attendance at their churches has grown since 2023, with larger congregations recording the strongest growth.

Quarter of Gen Z women in Ireland could remain childless, says report

September 02, 2026

Almost a quarter of Gen Z women in Ireland could reach their mid-40s without having children if current demographic trends persist, according to a new report examining the country’s changing patterns of family formation.

Charles Spencer warns repair costs are leaving churches ‘struggling to survive’

September 02, 2026

Maintaining and conserving old churches has become even harder after the government removed a VAT exemption.

Scottish First Minister urged to rule out abortion up to point of birth

September 02, 2026

John Swinney has been urged to show "true leadership" on the issue.

Younger people drinking less than older generations

September 02, 2026

Is it a generational shift or a reflection of changing behaviour with age?

God is ‘at work’ among heavy metal fans at Download

September 01, 2026

Some festivalgoers have subsequently joined churches after encountering chaplains.

17,000 sign petition against Belfast City Hall's ‘diabolical celebration of abortion’

September 01, 2026

City Hall will be illuminated green to mark “International Safe Abortion Day”.

Is the Church ready for those ‘long conversations’ Anna Faris talked about

September 01, 2026

When actress Anna Faris recently revealed that her teenage son had asked her to accept Jesus Christ, perhaps one of the most interesting parts of the story was not simply that he had shared his faith with her, but how she responded.

What can we learn from the US pastor who created an AI version of himself?

September 01, 2026

A Californian pastor has created an artificial intelligence version of himself to help his flock.

‘No easy answers,’ say church leaders after death of pastor at Christian festival

August 31, 2026

A fundraiser for the family of Pastor Robert Guanco, who died after a sign fell at the Big Church Festival, has raised over £115,000.

Christians move to protect themselves as another Indian state enacts anti-conversion law

August 31, 2026

Churches are asking visitors to sign consent forms declaring that they attend services of their own free will.

Fundraising appeal grows for family of pastor killed at Christian festival

August 30, 2026

A 41-year-old pastor from Eastbourne has died after a large sign fell on people at a Christian festival in West Sussex.

‘Shout to the Lord’ songwriter Darlene Zschech says the Church is entering ‘revival days again’

August 30, 2026

Veteran worship leader Darlene Zschech believes the Church is once again entering a season in which God is moving powerfully and new expressions of worship are emerging.

I was a gay activist - then prayer and therapy saved my life

August 29, 2026

Only an outright rejection of the insidious draft Conversion Practices Bill before Parliament will create a safer and more inclusive future.

Why personal sacrifice remains essential for gospel growth today

August 29, 2026

As 21st century Western Christians, we may be tempted to airbrush out of our walk with God anything that smacks of difficulties or hardship. But this is not how the Gospel spreads.

Rare 16th-century Erasmus book stolen from Suffolk church

August 29, 2026

A rare book dating back nearly 500 years has been stolen from a church in Suffolk after apparently being prised from a locked display case.

Calls for tighter border control after government issues anti-rape leaflet to asylum seekers

August 29, 2026

The previous Conservative government brought tens of thousands of Afghans into the country, many of them secretly. More have also come illegally on "small boats".

Christian festival organisers ‘heartbroken’ after festivalgoer dies in sign incident

August 29, 2026

Organisers of the Big Church Festival have said they are “heartbroken” at the news a festivalgoer has died after a sign fell at the event in West Sussex.

Six injured after sign falls at Christian festival

August 28, 2026

Emergency services were called to the Big Church Festival at Wiston Park, near Steyning, shortly after 3.30pm on Friday.

Dozens killed in gang attack on church shelter in Haiti

August 28, 2026

At least 47 people were killed and 22 others injured when gang members attacked a church sheltering displaced people just outside Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince, according to the United Nations.

Scottish government urged to increase support for pregnant women amid record abortion figures

August 28, 2026

The Scottish government is being urged to increase support for expectant mothers following a record number of abortions.

Pro-lifers to protest 'diabolical celebration of abortion' at Belfast City Hall

August 28, 2026

Belfast City Hall is to be turned green in support of abortion.

Worcester Cathedral begins project to restore at-risk tower pinnacles

August 28, 2026

The work is expected to be completed in January.

New Iranian security law could be used to further suppress Christian activity

August 28, 2026

Religious freedom campaigners have warned that a new law aimed at countering foreign espionage in Iran may actually be used to further suppress the rights of Christians.

Bethel Church leader Bill Johnson remarries in private ceremony

August 27, 2026

Bethel Church Senior Leader Bill Johnson has married Linda Francoeur, four years after the death of his first wife, Beni Johnson, following a lengthy battle with cancer.

Christian leaders respond to devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet

August 27, 2026

Christian leaders have offered their prayers as emergency workers continue to respond to catastrophic flash floods in Nepal and Tibet killed hundreds of people and left many more missing.

Archbishop of Canterbury calls for peace and pledges ‘prayerful solidarity’ with Ukraine

August 27, 2026

The Archbishop of Canterbury has assured Ukrainians of the Church of England’s continued prayers and solidarity as the country continues to endure the devastating effects of war.

Dolly Parton’s lifelong Christian faith: ‘My music was more my ministry than a job’

August 27, 2026

Country music legend Dolly Parton, who has died at the age of 80, was known around the world for songs including ‘Jolene’, ‘9 to 5’ and ‘I Will Always Love You’, but behind her decades-long career was a Christian faith that she frequently described as central to her life.

Calls for investigation after monk killed at Ukrainian monastery

August 27, 2026

A law firm representing the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC) has said the murder of a monk cannot be separated from what it describes as a wider campaign of persecution against the Church.

Church of Scotland considers giving up historic abbey to government care

August 27, 2026

Is the Church of Scotland losing its historical buildings or doing what it can to preserve them?

Former Bishop of Durham admits misconduct in handling of John Smyth allegations

August 26, 2026

The former Bishop of Durham, Paul Butler, has admitted to allegations of misconduct in connection to the handling of abuse claims against the late John Smyth.