Stephen Timms, Labour MP for East Ham and Chair of Christians on the Left, talks about his faith and how it influences his political life.

Mike Overd was told that he should not have quoted from Leviticus 20:13 when speaking about homosexuality.

Why is it that Christians generally feel more of a compulsion to use their democratic franchise than others? And can this inform those who have lost hope in our democracy?

Pro-Russian gunmen terrorised Christians in Donbass and other towns of the region. Pastors have died and many churches have been destroyed.

Caroline Spelman grew up in a Christian family but in her teens she “rebelled a bit”, wanting to see if “it was still significant to me when I left home to go to University.”

Caroline Spelman, Member of the UK Parliament,shares her testimony about being a Christian in Politics.

On the fourth anniversary of the Fukushima quake-tsunami, there are still many people and places affected.

Those who turn a blind eye to sexual exploitation will be jailed, announced David Cameron. The PM urges the population to “recognise the horrific nature of what has happened in our country.”

Rose Hudson-Wilkin is responsible for pastoral care of both members and staff of the Palace of Westminster.

The European Commission President argues that NATO is not enough, and an EU army would convince Russia the bloc is serious about defending its values.

France will double the funds for Islamic studies in their Universities. UK invests money in areas with big Muslim communities. 

Another tragedy in the conflict zone: about 70 people were working when the explosion happened in the Zasyadko mine in Donetsk. Many are still trapped underground. 

Why do I think British Christians should be concerned about a referendum on the UK's relationship with the EU? Let me discuss with you for a while what I think the main issues are.

Strong reactions from world leaders asking Russia for an “impartial investigation”. Nemtsov was assassinated hours before an anti-Putin rally in Moscow.

Freedom of speech of the Christian Unions is “assured,” says Home Secretary. UCCF had reacted to Government plans to ‘protect’ Universities from radical ideas which included restrictions to Christian activities on Campus.

Church of England says country needs “new approach to political life”. Conservative party reacts: “There is a very definite left-wing leaning to their message”.

The Ukraine-Russia agreement includes the removal of heavy weapons and the release of all prisoners.

Poll shows that UK citizens think atheists are more likely to be moral individuals than religious people. British lawmakers say urgent action is needed to face the rise of anti-Semitism.

Germany and France join in to close a peace deal in Minsk. Civilians seek refuge across Russian border. More than 5,000 killed in the conflict.

A survey in the UK finds that fewer than 4 out of 10 committed Christians are ‘working class’ people. How is it in other countries? Vote in the poll.

What can The West learn from Africa about religion in the public square? At least 5 lessons. 

Since the New Year, 118 civilians (7 of them children) have died in Ukraine. Pro-Russian rebels try to build an army of 100,000. Obama is considering sending defensive arms to help Ukrainian forces.

The stance of scientists created huge pressure for MPs who risked being labelled ‘ignorant’ or uncaring for objecting. But the question is not nearly as simple as it looks on first appearance. These new regulations are dangerous.

Universities would be forced to hand over external speakers presentations to be approved. Counter-Terrorism and Security Bill will be debated again this week.

The Church of England has come out in opposition of the technique. "Once the gene is out of the bottle, there will be no going back for society," said Christian MP Fiona Bruce.