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March 27, 2020 at 4:51 PM

CI: We support Destiny Church’s action against Edinburgh Council – and other news this week

In the news this week The Christian Institute has expressed its support for an Edinburgh church’s legal action against the City Council for unlawful discrimination.   Not displaying correctly?  View in browser   |   Print-friendly version     Donate     In t…

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March 24, 2020 at 5:33 PM

We support Destiny Church’s action against Edinburgh Council

The Christian Institute View email in browser   We support Destiny Church’s action against Edinburgh Council Dear supporter, Due to the coronavirus our freedoms are currently being curtailed. Churches are unable to mee…

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March 20, 2020 at 4:37 PM

Health Secretary: ‘Churches should suspend activities to slow Covid-19 spread’ -- and other news this week

In the news this week Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said that new advice on social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic applies to churches.   Not displaying correctly?  View in browser   |   Print-friendly version     Donate     In the news this wee…

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March 19, 2020 at 4:58 PM

Message from Colin Hart: Some reasons to give thanks

The Christian Institute View email in browser   Message from Colin Hart: Some reasons to give thanks Dear supporter, In this whole crisis we thank God that the Government’s clear aim is to save lives. That’s not always…

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March 13, 2020 at 4:24 PM

US bishop disciplined for maintaining biblical stance on marriage -- and other news this week

In the news this week The US Episcopal Church is disciplining one of its bishops because he upholds the biblical position on sex and marriage.   Not displaying correctly?  View in browser   |   Print-friendly version     Donate     In the news this week Frid…

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March 6, 2020 at 4:28 PM

CI Director: ‘Pollsters don’t determine doctrine’ – and other news this week

In the news this week The Christian Institute’s Director has rejected the notion that Christian doctrine should ever be determined by public opinion.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 6 March 2020 …

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February 28, 2020 at 4:53 PM

Secular Ofsted is fuelling division, says influential think tank – and other news this week

In the news this week Ofsted is fuelling division and alienating religious groups with its secular agenda, a respected think tank has said.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 28 February 2020 …

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February 21, 2020 at 4:32 PM

Dawn Butler MP: ‘Babies are born without biological sex’ – and other news this week

In the news this week The Shadow Women and Equalities Secretary has claimed that babies are born without a biological sex.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 21 February 2020 CI News …

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February 14, 2020 at 4:42 PM

Christian Institute: Council risks court over primary school sex ed policy – and other news this week

In the news this week Warwickshire County Council is on the brink of a legal challenge over a controversial and misleading policy for implementing Relationship and...   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 14…

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February 7, 2020 at 4:23 PM

MP urges Britain to return to its Christian heritage - and other news this week

In the news this week A new MP has used his maiden speech in the House of Commons to defend Christianity, and to argue that it can help to shape Britain for the better.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, …

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February 1, 2020 at 9:01 AM

The implications of Brexit for the Institute’s concerns

The Christian Institute View email in browser   The implications of Brexit for the Institute’s concerns Dear supporter, Brexit has happened and the trade negotiations have begun. And just like everyone else, Christians…

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January 31, 2020 at 4:30 PM

CofE attacked for holding to biblical position on sexual relationships – and other news this week

In the news this week The Church of England has been attacked by LGBT campaigners – including some of its own bishops –    Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 31 January 2020 CI News …

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January 24, 2020 at 4:26 PM

CofE: Marriage between a man and a woman is only place for sex – and other news this week

In the news this week Sex should only take place within a heterosexual marriage, the Church of England has reaffirmed.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 24 January 2020 CI News W…

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January 17, 2020 at 4:21 PM

‘After gruesome trans surgery, I’ve returned to my birth sex’ – and other news this week

In the news this week A man who underwent drastic surgery to appear like a woman has now ‘detransitioned’ and says he is glad to be living as a man once again.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 17 Januar…

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January 10, 2020 at 4:45 PM

First UK heterosexual civil partnerships take place - and other news this week

In the news this week Heterosexual civil partnerships can now take place in the UK, and the first ceremonies took place last week.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 10 January 2020   Top Story…

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January 3, 2020 at 4:24 PM

Govt acts on NI same-sex marriage concerns – and other news this week

In the news this week Northern Ireland will have some free speech and religious liberty protections in place when same-sex marriage becomes legal, the Government has said.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Frida…

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December 27, 2019 at 4:31 PM

Winter News: Proclaiming the truth

The Christian Institute View email in browser   Winter News Proclaiming the truth Dear supporter, Our Winter Newsletter is now available online.   Download Newsletter   The election is over. Let’s pray that…

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December 20, 2019 at 4:43 PM

New Archbishop of York: ‘Bible has to fit the current culture’ – and other news this week

In the news this week The incoming Archbishop of York believes biblical teaching on sexuality should come second to 21st century Western cultural beliefs.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 20 December 20…

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December 13, 2019 at 4:33 PM

‘Pray for those in authority’ – and other news this week

In the news this week The Christian Institute is urging prayer for our leaders following the General Election.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 13 December 2019 CI News Watch no…

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December 7, 2019 at 9:01 AM

We’ve updated Election Briefing 2019

The Christian Institute View email in browser   We’ve updated Election Briefing 2019 Dear supporter, We have updated our hugely popular Election Briefing 2019 to reflect the major parties' recent manifesto commitment…

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December 6, 2019 at 4:12 PM

Street preacher vindicated after wrongful arrest – and other news this week

In the news this week A Christian street preacher has been paid £4,000 plus costs from Cumbria Police in settlement after pursuing a claim for being...   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 6 December 2019 …

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November 29, 2019 at 4:23 PM

Stonewall guide ‘misleads and intimidates’ schools over ‘inclusive’ Ofsted checks – and other news this week

In the news this week Primary schools should not be intimidated into creating a pro-LGBT curriculum, The Christian Institute has warned.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 29 November 2019 …

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November 22, 2019 at 4:09 PM

Crucial protections not in place for NI same-sex marriage introduction – and other news this week

In the news this week The Northern Ireland Office (NIO) is failing to recognise serious concerns about freedom of expression regarding the introduction of same-sex...   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 22…

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November 15, 2019 at 4:47 PM

Institute and pro-LGBT groups call for NI marriage protections – and other news this week

In the news this week Protections for charities, churches and public sector workers must be included when same-sex marriage is introduced in Northern Ireland...   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 15 Novem…

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November 13, 2019 at 4:08 PM

Equipped for equality

The Christian Institute View email in browser   Equipped for equality Dear supporter, By God’s grace we have been able to achieve a huge amount in recent years. The Supreme Court victories in the Ashers and Named Per…

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November 8, 2019 at 4:32 PM

Govt consults on permissive abortion law in Northern Ireland – and other news this week

In the news this week The Government is considering introducing a highly permissive abortion law in Northern Ireland.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 8 November 2019 CI News Wa…

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November 1, 2019 at 4:14 PM

Parents call for right to withdraw their children from LGBT teaching – and other news this week

In the news this week Parents who object to their children being taught LGBT issues in school are calling on the Government to make the teaching optional.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 1 November 201…

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October 29, 2019 at 1:41 PM

Be faithful in prayer – Romans 12:12

The Christian Institute View email in browser   Be faithful in prayer Romans 12:12 Dear supporter, Thank you for joining with us in our Week of Prayer. As Romans 12 encourages us, we should be “joyful in hope, patient…

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October 25, 2019 at 3:32 PM

NI churches to uphold biblical definition of marriage -- and other news this week

In the news this week The largest Christian denominations in Northern Ireland have said they will not conduct same-sex weddings in their churches.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 25 October 2019 …

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October 22, 2019 at 3:58 PM

News update: Week of Prayer

The Christian Institute View email in browser   News update: Week of Prayer Dear supporter, In a deeply sad development, Westminster has overturned Northern Ireland’s pro-life abortion laws and is also on course to im…

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October 19, 2019 at 8:00 AM

Autumn News: Pray for those in authority

The Christian Institute View email in browser   Autumn News Pray for those in authority Dear supporter, Our Autumn Newsletter is now available online.   Download Newsletter   Good news After five years of i…

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October 18, 2019 at 3:22 PM

‘Appalling’ sex ed website pulled down following complaints -- and other news this week

In the news this week A council-run sex education website aimed at teenagers has been taken offline following complaints the content was “dangerous and degrading”.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 18 Oc…

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October 16, 2019 at 3:05 PM

National Week of Prayer starts this Sunday

The Christian Institute View email in browser   National Week of Prayer starts this Sunday “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” Romans 12:12   SUNDAY     MONDAY     TUESDAY     WEDNESDAY     THURSDAY     FRIDA…

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October 11, 2019 at 3:20 PM

Girls skip school rather than use gender-neutral toilets -- and other news this week

In the news this week Girls across the country are increasingly skipping school as a way to avoid having to use gender-neutral toilets.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 11 October 2019 C…

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October 5, 2019 at 8:00 AM

Week of Prayer: Autumn 2019

The Christian Institute View email in browser   Week of Prayer: Autumn 2019 “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” Romans 12:12   SUNDAY     MONDAY     TUESDAY     WEDNESDAY     THURSDAY     FRIDAY     SATURDAY …

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October 4, 2019 at 3:51 PM

MSPs vote to criminalise parents -- and other news this week

In the news this week Parents in Scotland face criminal charges for smacking their children, after controversial legislation on a ban was backed by Scottish politicians.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday,…

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September 27, 2019 at 3:56 PM

Pray for all those in authority -- and other news this week

In the news this week   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 27 September 2019 Featured video: Pray for all those in authority Watch now Follow us for updates …

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September 20, 2019 at 4:10 PM

End of Named Person scheme widely welcomed -- and other news this week

In the news this week The Named Person scheme was a ‘costly farce’ and ‘protracted folly’ which had to be scrapped, newspapers have said.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 20 September 2019 …

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September 19, 2019 at 2:12 PM

Breaking news: Named Person scheme finally axed

The Christian Institute View email in browser   Breaking news: Named Person scheme finally axed Dear supporter, We give thanks to God today that Scotland’s intrusive Named Person scheme has finally been axed. It has be…

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September 13, 2019 at 3:49 PM

No-fault divorce Bill dropped -- and other news this week

In the news this week Radical plans to make the divorce process far quicker have been halted, as a result of the end of the parliamentary session.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 13 September 2019 …

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September 6, 2019 at 3:25 PM

Council defies secularists’ attempt to sideline prayers -- and other news this week

In the news this week Welsh councillors have defended their freedom to conduct prayers before meetings in the face of opposition from those labelling it ‘discriminatory’.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday…

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August 31, 2019 at 8:02 AM

Right now: Please pray for those in authority

The Christian Institute View email in browser   Right now: Please pray for those in authority Dear supporter, In 1 Timothy 2, believers are urged to pray for “kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful…

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August 30, 2019 at 3:38 PM

Hollywood set designer: God saved me from homosexual lifestyle -- and other news this week

In the news this week A fashion set designer who found his Hollywood life ultimately empty has told how Jesus Christ turned him around.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 30 August 2019 CI…

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August 23, 2019 at 3:16 PM

Songs of Praise same-sex promo upsets viewers -- and other news this week

In the news this week BBC’s Songs of Praise has alienated its viewers after it featured a same-sex wedding in this week’s programme.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 23 August 2019 CI Ne…

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August 19, 2019 at 3:50 PM

Songs of Praise goes LGBT

The Christian Institute View email in browser   Songs of Praise goes LGBT Dear supporter, The BBC has used Songs of Praise to unashamedly promote same-sex marriage at the licence-payers' expense. Sunday afternoon’s ep…

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August 16, 2019 at 4:04 PM

MPs seek to close abuse of trust loophole -- and other news this week

In the news this week A loophole which allows sports coaches and religious figures to have sexual relationships with young people must be closed, a group of MPs has said.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday…

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August 15, 2019 at 4:03 PM

CI not concerned by Ashers case appeal

The Christian Institute View email in browser   CI not concerned by Ashers case appeal Dear supporter, LGBT campaigner Gareth Lee is appealing the Supreme Court’s decision in the Ashers case to the European Court of Hu…

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August 13, 2019 at 10:19 AM

Summer News: Standing firm in the faith

The Christian Institute View email in browser   Summer News Standing firm in the faith Dear supporter, Our Summer Newsletter is now available online.   Download Newsletter   Win or lose it is vital that Chr…

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August 9, 2019 at 3:01 PM

‘Christians should be free to practise faith’, counter-terror chief says -- and other news this week

In the news this week Conservative religious believers, including Christians, should not be ‘condemned’ for practising their faith, Britain’s most senior...   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday, 9 August 201…

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August 2, 2019 at 3:50 PM

Humanists’ contradictions revealed by school assembly case -- and other news this week

In the news this week Parents backed by a humanist lobby group have been given permission by the High Court to challenge daily acts of Christian worship in state schools.   Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Donate     In the news this week Friday…

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