The government says it has investigated around one hundred mosques and Muslim prayer halls because of possible “separatist” ideology.
During her Christmas broadcast, the British monarch paid tribute to her late husband. “Christmas teaches us all a lesson that in the birth of a child, there is a new dawn with endless potential”.
Indoor church gatherings with over 100 participants can only allow people who have been vaccinated. The Swedish Evangelical Alliance says it restricts religious freedom.
Official statistics show that 51% of the general population adheres to Christianity, more women than men. London is the most religiously diverse region in the UK.
The 'anti-separatism' law strengthens the secularist narrative ahead of the 2022 elections. Meanwhile, a depersonalised Christmas continues to be celebrated on the streets.
Crosses stir up strong emotions in a society with growing religious diversity.
Luxembourg, Germany and Switzerland plan to legalise its recreational use soon. Italy will hold a public referendum, while Spanish and Portuguese political parties are deciding their positions.
“We cannot let 800 years of worship and service fail on our watch", says the Church of England.
A survey concludes that 9 in 10 attend their church’s worship service every week. 63% of respondents do volunteer work and 40% identify with right-wing parties.
A resolution of the Council of 47 European countries recommends to focus on sexual education, online protection and security, and strong regulation.
A survey found that, while 33% of 18- to 34-year-olds plan to visit a place of worship during Christmas, only 17% of British over 55 will attend one.
The veto of the country’s President blocked a law that had already been approved by the Parliament. A Christian bioethics expert describes the situation.
The newest official statistics show that one in three believe in the existance of God.
The Holy Synod of the Greek Orthodox Church pointed out in a statement that they “support the government’s efforts to battle the resurging pandemic”.
Three evangelical leaders in Switzerland speak about the tensions in churches caused by opposing views. A respectful dialogue seems to be the only way to maintain unity.
Social media users and the former President of the European Parliament had criticised the document for going against common sense.
Data published by the National Council of Evangelicals in France (CNEF) paints a picture about how French Christians see their workplace.
A report published by the Evangelical Alliance United Kingdom says around 2 in 10 churches are no longer offering youth and children activities.
The trial against the Christian parliamentarian charged with “ethnic agitation” against homosexuals will start in January.
The government party drives the conversation about abolition. Evangelicals hope such a law will move forward, but demand a deeper social change.
The law is expected to be passed in the next weeks. Evangelical churches express their total opposition.
The volcanic eruption on the Spanish island of La Palma continues, over 2,000 homes have been destroyed. The Spanish Baptist Union is working on initiatives to help with psychological support and volunteers.
“Those who are already stuck on either side of the border must receive urgent and adequate humanitarian aid”, says the evangelical body as it appeals to “Europe's Judaeo-Christian values of human dignity, justice, compassion and solidarity”.
An OSCE report shows that graffiti, vandalism and arson attacks against churches are some of the more common crimes. There are 70% more cases reported than in 2019.
Attending church services will still be allowed for those who are not vaccinated. The Austrian Evangelical Alliance admits that there are “different points of view” among evangelicals.
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