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  There is no decline of Middle East Christianity - the decline is in the number of Christians living there

  Archbishop Angaelos | Fri 8 Jul 2022 6:19 BST

  While the numbers of Christians in the Holy Land continue to fall, it is imperative to understand that the influence of the Christian community remains strong, and its presence remains vibrant.

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  Towards a Gypsy, Roma and Traveller theology

  Christian Today | Fri 8 Jul 2022 6:17 BST

  After centuries of persecution and misrepresentation, Dr Steven Horne - the first Romany from the UK to be awarded a PhD in theology - is on a mission to give the reins of Gypsy-Christian identity to Gypsies themselves - and it looks nothing like "My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding".

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  Thinking theologically about the proposed ban on conversion therapy

  Martin Davie | Fri 8 Jul 2022 6:01 BST

  To say that this proposed legislation is controversial would be an understatement.

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  After Boris Johnson's resignation as Tory leader, we need a return to integrity in politics

  Andy Flannagan | Thu 7 Jul 2022 13:52 BST

  It would be so easy just to focus on the failings of one person but the events of this week reflect the collapse of integrity in leadership more widely.

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  Will the Archbishop of Canterbury listen to the voice of the Global South?

  Susie Leafe | Thu 7 Jul 2022 11:37 BST

  The Global South Fellowship of Anglican Churches wants the Lambeth Conference to reaffirm a resolution on marriage and human sexuality.

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  Free speech vs forced speech: no one should be forced to use transgender pronouns

  David Mackereth | Thu 7 Jul 2022 10:15 BST

  If I do not win may case for the protection of biblical Christianity, we will not be free to believe and to practise the Christian faith here in the UK. Forced speech will be upon us and everyone will be affected by that, writes Dr David Mackereth.

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  It takes a teacher to raise a village: why theological education is essential for the Gospel's growth

  Riad Kassis | Thu 7 Jul 2022 10:07 BST

  Having a good understanding of the Bible and being able to explain Jesus' teachings is crucial to building up the church and enabling members to share their faith effectively.

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  Climate change is a life or death situation for the world's most vulnerable

  James Pender | Thu 7 Jul 2022 10:06 BST

  "While climate change may distress me here in the UK, it is a life and death situation for the world's poorest."

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  What is it with 'God and guns'?

  Martyn Whittock | Wed 6 Jul 2022 6:04 BST

  It is time to break the appalling connection between faith in God and the 'cult of guns'.

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  The government's ministerial on Freedom of Religion or Belief must be more than a talking shop

  Mervyn Thomas | Tue 5 Jul 2022 8:04 BST

  Awareness of FoRB violations must lead to concrete action that makes a difference in the lives of those who are suffering injustices on account of their religion or belief, says CSW's Mervyn Thomas.

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  What meaningful action can the UK take to address religious freedom violations?

  Christian Today | Tue 5 Jul 2022 7:46 BST

  Brendan O'Hara, Open Doors supporter and Vice Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for International Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB), speaks to Christian Today about the government's two-day FoRB ministerial in London this week and how the UK can take meaningful action to stamp out human rights abuses and FoRB violations.

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  Stop the carnage: a plea to save Nigeria's women and girls

  Christian Today | Tue 5 Jul 2022 7:34 BST

  The fear is so strong and they live with it every day, says Tirham, who counsels Nigerian women and girls who have survived the trauma of being kidnapped and raped by Boko Haram.