Europe

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  Schools in Finland face opposition to Christian music

  By Chris Eyte Europe 22 minutes ago

  Opposition to Christian music in one school in Finland resulted in the cancellation of Handel’s “Messiah” in another, Finnish media reported.

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  Gafcon issues statement with 'sadness' after resignation of Archbishop of Canterbury, 'occasion for grief and self-reflection'

  By Chris Eyte Africa Europe

  6 hours ago

  A leading Anglican body critical of the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Rev. Justin Welby, has issued a statement following his resignation after failing to timely report serial child abuser John Smyth QC to police - saying his willingness to step down shows evidence of taking responsibility. 

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  Lessons from Zechariah about non-speaking communication

  By Mark Arnold Europe

  22 hours ago

  Children, young people, or adults, who cannot speak or choose not to speak will use a variety of ways to communicate. By adapting our communication to meet the needs of others we can enter their world. Like Zechariah's audience, you might be surprised what they have to tell us!

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  Evangelical hospital in Barcelona celebrates new phase in nearly 150-year history with opening of new six-floor facility for 2,700 patients

  By Chris Eyte Europe

  2 days ago

  At the opening ceremony of its new six-floor facility, the Hospital Evangèlic de Barcelona (Evangelical Hospital in Barcelona) in the second largest city in Spain celebrated a new phase in its nearly 150-year history - and also its new name. Previously known as Nou hospital evangèlic, the hospital hosted an event on Oct. 25 (2024) with leaders from the evangelical community and wider healthcare field gathered to show their support and appreciation.