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I visited Egypt's desert jewel and left with smile wider than Sinai

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Church of England votes to offer blessings to same sex couples

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Traditions of Easter ... historical meaning and significance explained

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This is why people observe Ash Wednesday - and what the ashes mean

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Vicar urges Hemel residents to call on MP to oppose ban on worship during lockdo...

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Greece has brought in new face mask rules for tourists - and fines for those who...

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These are the European countries lifting lockdown restrictions

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This is the Easter story according to the Bible - and why we celebrate

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This is when Easter Sunday and Good Friday fall in 2020 - and why the date chang...

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When is Easter 2020?

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Faith News: Preacher on a mission for three worthy causes

Gazette Christian Viewpoint writer and Methodist outreach worker Robin McEwen is taking on a sponsored preaching challenge around the UK.

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Flooding sees 24 dead and dozens missing - including summer camp girls

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Reform UK MP 'resigns the whip' over upcoming press bombshell

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