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Zimbabwe bishops collect data on human rights abuses
The Zimbabwe bishops’ justice and peace commission is collecting information on violence and human rights abuses in dioceses across the country. This is coming even as violence continues to pervade the country, with reports of human rights abuse reaching alarming levels in recent days. “The victims very often come to the church to seek help … Continue reading
Celibacy not optional for priests, says Pope Francis
The Head of the Roman Catholic faith, Pope Francis has insisted that celibacy for priests is not a subject open to debate, emphasizing that it is a “gift to the Church” and therefore not optional for priests in the Faith. The Cable reports the Pope as saying, “Personally I think that celibacy is a gift … Continue reading
UK Launches First Diploma in Student Ministry
United Kingdom’s first diploma course for church-based student workers was launched on Tuesday. The groundbreaking course is a joint initiative of Westminster Theological College (WTC) and the student mission organization, Fusion, aimed at equipping student workers with practical skills and theological grounding for their work. The diploma will be accredited by the University of Chester … Continue reading
Onnoghen: Christian Lawyers Condemn Disregard of Due Process
The Christian Lawyers Fellowship of Nigeria has frowned at what it describes as constitutional infractions and disregards for due process of law the suspension of Justice Walter Onnoghen as Chief Justice of Nigeria without the recourse to the National Judiciary Council, NJC. The lawyers made this known on Tuesday in a statement issued by the … Continue reading
Californian Pastor Commits Suicide after Challenges with Mental Health
A California megachurch pastor, Jim Howard was found in his home last week, dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. According to the Christian Post, Howard of the 6,000-member Real Life Church took his life on Wednesday, ending his long-time battle with mental illness. Rusty George, another lead pastor at Real Life Church, released a statement … Continue reading
Trump Hails State Schools’ Efforts to Teach Bible Literacy Classes
United States President, Donald Trump has commended lawmakers in several states who are trying to pass legislation that would allow Bible literacy classes be taught in public schools. Reports indicate that bills have been introduced in at least six states to permit the classes in state schools. Donald Trump tweeted on Monday: “Numerous states introducing … Continue reading