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Over 330,000 people sign petition opposing Macron's '21st century mark' on Notre-Dame
Over 330,000 people have signed a petition opposing new stained-glass window designs for Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris.

Who was Saint Stephen and why do Christians remember him on Dec. 26?
In many countries, Dec. 26, also known as Boxing Day, is better known as St. Stephen’s Day. Stephen was the first Christian martyr. This is the story …

7 symbolic details about Jesus’ birth
Here are seven often-missed details in the Nativity story — each one adding new richness to our understanding of Christmas.

1914: The story of the Christmas Truce
On Christmas Eve in 1914, many men were in the trenches fighting the war, but the spirit of Christmas halted the conflict for a brief period. This is the story …

University’s ‘Gay in a Manger’ performance mocks Nativity, roils Christians
York St John’s University has been accused of discriminating against Christians by allowing the performance of a gay-themed Nativity play.

Christian documentarian banned from filming at historic site over 'religious affiliation'
Christian human rights organisation Voice for Justice UK has raised serious concerns about the National Trust after a Catholic filmmaker was denied filming permission at a Christian site.

Christian group launches 'Street Preacher's Charter' for UK Parliament following arrests for preaching
A new "Street Preacher's Charter" has been launched in the U.K. Parliament after a succession of fines and arrests involving pastors, some of which have led to hefty compensation payouts from police.

18 Christian leaders arrested in China amid crackdown on churches
Leaders of a Chinese house church have been arrested for purportedly “illegally using information networks” in what looks to be part of a broader crackdown by the CCP on non-state-sanctioned Christian denominations.

UK Supreme Court rules Northern Ireland's religious education requirement unlawful: Tantamount to 'indoctrination'
The U.K. Supreme Court has ruled that the current approach to religious education and collective worship in Northern Ireland schools breaches human rights and is unlawful.

Theologian John Lennox reflects on legacy, the hope that endures
In a wide-ranging and deeply personal conversation, renowned lay theologian and apologist John Lennox has provided a striking reflection on ageing, spiritual resilience and what it truly means to “finish well.”


















