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Voices: ‘A lost generation’: Readers on why Gen Z are turning to the Bible

YOUR VIEWS: Readers argued that Gen Z’s Bible boom is less about trendiness and more about searching for meaning in a chaotic world – though some warned faith is being hijacked for politics or show

The Independent UK

The apocrypha, Christianity’s ‘hidden’ texts, may not be in the Bible – but they have shaped tradition for centuries

Of Jesus’ 12 disciples, Saint Peter is one of the most important. In the Book of Matthew, Jesus declares that Peter is the “rock” on which “I will build my church,” and Catholic tradition considers him the first pope. Martyred in Rome in the first century, Peter asked to be…

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Plot twist! The ‘Real Kerala Story’: Keralites converting to Hinduism more than Islam

The plot of the upcoming film The Kerala Story 2 revolves around the two-decade-old conspiracy theory about a Jihadist scheme to marry Hindu women and convert them to Islam. The first film in 2023, which claimed that 32,000 women had been converted by Jihadists in Kerala, was hauled up by the Supreme…

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Texas education board approves 4,200 corrections in Bible-infused curriculum

Taxpayers will bear the cost of fixing errors in learning materials published by the Texas Education Agency. The curriculum has drawn attention for its references to Christianity and the Bible.

The Texas Tribune

How two churches forged Jasmine Crockett’s and James Talarico’s politics

In the Senate Democratic primary, Talarico has made his church’s ethos of compassion central to his campaign, while Jasmine Crockett is tapping into the civic power of Black churches.

The Texas Tribune

Son Says “Not My Mother” After 25 Years Because She Chose Christianity

After more than two decades of separation, what should have been a joyful reunion turned into heartbreak and controversy. Sushila Murmu, a woman from Jharkhand, was recently traced by volunteers after being missing for over 25 years. But when her long-lost son learned she was now a Christian, he refused…

Times Life

4 Lost Religions of the Ancient World You Never Knew Existed

Hundreds and thousands of years ago, people used to worship deities and Gods that have faded almost entirely from the consciousness of today’s humanity. In fact, if we look back at those periods, we will be able to see Gods of fertility, rain, underworld or storms, holding deep-rooted influence over…

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Is performative Bible reading the latest trend or are Gen Z really turning to Christianity?

LET’S UNPACK THAT: Sales of the Good Book have doubled in five years. Is it an aesthetic statement; a smokescreen co-opted by the far right under the guise of religious nationalism; or a sign that young people are searching harder than ever for meaning in a chaotic world? Helen Coffey…

The Independent UK

Elon Musk’s New Jesus Comment Sets Off Predictions That “He’s About To Be Outed”

“This same man also believed and appreciated the teachings of Jeffrey Epstein.”

Bored Panda

The Testament of Ann Lee – a gorgeous celebration of transcendence through joy and religious experience

Mona Fastvold’s film about Ann Lee – the founder of the Shaker religious movement – is raw, intense and deeply physical. If you were to consult the leading critics of Christianity in film they would probably tell you that the best films in this genre are not like The Testament…

The Conversation

Why We Celebrate Valentine’s Day

14th February is widely known as the day of celebrating love and happiness. On this day, people who are in love often indulge in all the sweet, cheesy, and heartfelt gestures for their partners or potential dates. From handwritten notes and surprise gifts to romantic dinners and long conversations, the…

Times Life

Clergy say Jesus' teachings leave Christians no choice but to resist ICE

"I feel compelled to both resist ICE violence and the kind of Christianity that baptizes it," one clergy member told Axios.

Axios

Clergy wives in Ghana can be powerful – but it takes constant bargaining with men

There is a story in the Bible of a sick woman who held on to the cloak of Jesus amid an impenetrable crowd. She did get her healing, as Jesus immediately felt the loss of power from within himself. However, he did not rebuke the woman for his loss. Rather,…

The Conversation

Camp leader who drugged and sexually abused boys jailed for more than 23 years

Jon Ruben, 76, who laced sweets with drugs, used ‘cloak of Christianity’ to abuse children in Leicestershire

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Camp leader used ‘cloak of Christianity’ to sexually abuse boys, court told

Jon Ruben is due to be sentenced at Leicester Crown Court on Friday.

Evening Standard

RE provision in NI to be reviewed but ‘Christianity will remain central’ – Givan

It comes after a Supreme Court judgment that Christian religious education at schools in the region does not comply with human rights standards.

International Business Times UK

Historian Warns That AI Will Control Religions like Judaism, Christianity and Islam

A top historian warns AI could soon dominate Judaism, Christianity and Islam by becoming the ultimate authority on sacred texts. Here is how.

The Independent UK

Former Archbishop of Canterbury: Putin is a heretic – he has no holy mission in Ukraine

INTERVIEW: For years, the Russian Orthodox Church has given its blessing to Moscow’s brutal invasion and attempted to frame it in religious terms. The former archbishop tells Maira Butt that Vladimir Putin’s violence directly contradicts the message preached by Christ

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Thecla, the beast fighter: The saint who faced down lions and killer seals is one of many ‘leading ladies’ in early Christian texts

The Bible is filled with brave and courageous women.

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s younger people seeking some sort of spirituality’: UK Bible sales reach record high

Surge in 2025 sales correlates with the growth in church attendances in England and Wales, research shows

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth Faces Backlash After Being Accused of Pressuring Christianity on US Troops

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing mounting criticism from faith leaders and civil liberties groups over claims that he is attempting to impose a narrow form of Christianity within the armed forces, raising concerns about religious freedom and pluralism.

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The Rule is Chaos: 9 Comic Characters Who Only Wanted Chaos for the World

Superheroes are heroic. Superheroes have moral codes. They are great role models. However, the most interesting thing about superheroes is their villains. The greatest superheroes are ultimately defined by the villains they face in battle. What is Batman without the Joker? What are the Avengers without Ultron? We live in…

The Guardian - UK

‘A rise of love’: Liverpool church targeted in 2024 riots forges links against hate

St Anne’s in Toxteth joined forces with neighbouring mosque to find common voice against far right

Bored Panda

Adult Star Who Went Viral For “1,000 Men In 12 Hours” Challenge Speaks Out After Baptism Video

"There might be Christians who disagree with my 'lifestyle,' but I just want to rebuild my relationship with God."

The Guardian - UK

Andrew Miller: ‘DH Lawrence forced me to my feet – I was madly excited’

The novelist on how Lawrence’s The Rainbow made him want to write, the strange genius of Penelope Fitzgerald and finding comfort in Tintin

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