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  'I love this work, but it's killing me': The unique toll of being a spiritual leader today

  Laura Captari and Steven Sandage | Thu 27 Jun 2024 12:13 BST

  Clergy, chaplains and other spiritual leaders play vital roles in their communities, from celebrating life's most joyous moments to offering comfort and guidance in the face of tragedy.

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  Ancient papyrus claims to describe Jesus' childhood

  Nicole VanDyke | Mon 24 Jun 2024 12:42 BST

  An ancient piece of papyrus sourced from Egypt with the word "Jesus" written in Greek letters was uncovered in a university library in Germany and is believed to be the oldest surviving copy of a writing detailing Jesus Christ's childhood.

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  How can God's plan include both Christ's sacrifice and Satan's survival?

  Duncan Williams | Thu 20 Jun 2024 12:04 BST

  The question of why God allowed the death of His only Son, Jesus Christ, for the redemption of humanity's sins while seemingly allowing the continued existence of His adversary, Satan, is a profound theological conundrum that many believers encounter on their faith journey.

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  I'd like to meet Jesus, says actor Paul Rudd

  Stephanie Velez | Thu 20 Jun 2024 11:27 BST

  Ant-Man star Paul Rudd has confessed he would most like to meet Jesus if given the chance.

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  Seven insights from Scripture to inspire us as the world seems to grow more dangerous

  Heather Tomlinson | Tue 18 Jun 2024 10:03 BST

  Everywhere we turn there is bad news, even apocalyptic warnings that Western civilisation is coming to an end. Many people are expressing fear and anger about world events and politics. Yet the Bible promises us peace - in our hearts, if not in the world around us. Here are seven Bible verses that can help us to think more Biblically about our troubles:

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  'The Chosen' reaches No. 1 on Apple TV app store as Season 4 debuts

  Duncan Williams | Mon 10 Jun 2024 17:02 BST

  The widely acclaimed streaming series 'The Chosen' has achieved another milestone, climbing to the No. 1 spot in the Apple TV App Store during the first week of June, coinciding with the release of the first episode of its much-anticipated fourth season.

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  Gardening and God: nurturing plants has been a spiritual practice from the beginning

  Heather Tomlinson | Sun 9 Jun 2024 12:17 BST

  Then from the earliest days of monasticism, to modern smallholders and homesteaders, faith and working on the land have been deeply associated with one another.

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  Ayaan Hirsi Ali's powerful conversion

  Heather Tomlinson | Thu 6 Jun 2024 12:21 BST

  The Somali-born former Muslim and New Atheist recently boldly defended her new Christian faith in a public discussion with friend and militant atheist Richard Dawkins.

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  Mandisa's cause of death revealed

  Jennifer Moreno | Thu 6 Jun 2024 11:41 BST

  Christian singer Mandisa died of complications arising from class III obesity, the official autopsy into her death has revealed.

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  Carl Lentz says he doesn't identify with 'disgraced pastor' label

  Jennifer Moreno | Wed 5 Jun 2024 11:51 BST

  Former Hillsong NYC pastor Carl Lentz and his wife Laura have opened up about the terrible mental toll his cheating took on their family and the long and difficult healing process they have been on for nearly four years.

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  New study explores Mother Teresa's spiritual struggles

  David Goodwin | Tue 4 Jun 2024 11:52 BST

  A new study from the University of Birmingham has explored the doubts and struggles Mother Teresa battled throughout her ministry and life, revealing a human side that many believers will be able to identify with.

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  Carl Lentz launches new podcast about recovering from cheating scandal

  Stephanie Velez | Mon 3 Jun 2024 13:43 BST

  Axed Hillsong pastor Carl Lentz has ended speculation about a possible return to the pulpit by announcing the launch of a new podcast.