Christianity
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What Donald Trump owes the Christian Right
The Explainer Conservative Christians played an important role in Trump’s re-election, and he has promised them great political influence
By The Week UK Published
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The Church of England's legacy of slavery
The Explainer Should the CofE offer financial redress for its involvement in the transatlantic slave trade?
By The Week UK Published
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MAGA faithful draft plans for America's Christian nationalist future
Talking Points Some of Donald Trump's closest allies are laying the groundwork for a potential theocracy if he wins a second term in office.
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Asylum seekers and Christianity: how much of a problem is it?
Today's big question Former Church of England priest claims there is a 'conveyor belt' of 'asylum baptisms'
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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The Clapham attack: a 'wake-up call'?
Talking Point The shocking case may prove the British asylum system is broken but it has also been exploited for political purposes
By The Week UK Published
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TB Joshua: the disgraced Nigerian televangelist
In the Spotlight The late church leader allegedly subjected followers to sexual assault and abuse over nearly 20 years
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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The Catholic Church's Synod: which off-limits issues are now on the agenda?
Today's Big Question Previously taboo subjects such as married priests and the blessing of gay unions are suddenly under consideration
By Arion McNicoll, The Week UK Published
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Southern Baptists expel Saddleback, 2nd church over female pastors, approve further clampdown
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By Peter Weber Published
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Christianity explained in 60 seconds: ideas that changed the world
In Depth How an ancient Jewish sect laid the foundations of a global faith
By Rebecca Gillie Last updated
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Exorcists ‘may be helping’ the Devil
feature And other stories from the stranger side of life
By Chas Newkey-Burden Published
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Hidden Bible chapter found after 1,500 years
Speed Read New text offers a ‘unique gateway’ into early translations of the Bible, researchers say
By Arion McNicoll Published
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Southern Baptists expel Saddleback, 4 other churches over women pastors
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By Peter Weber Published
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Church of England refuses to lift ban on same-sex marriages
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By Justin Klawans Published
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The power the Church of England has in the UK
feature Critics have questioned the relevancy of the Church’s influence in schools and politics
By Chas Newkey-Burden Published
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