Georgia megachurch baptises 400 in one weekend
27 Mar 2026
A remarkable outpouring of faith was witnessed at Bethlehem Church, a megachurch in Georgia, where 400 people were baptised over a single weekend. The baptisms followed a sermon series focused on the Holy Spirit, during which Pastor Jason Britt sensed a clear prompting to invite people to respond publicly to the call of Christ. Church leaders described the moment as the fruit of years of faithful sowing through discipleship, relationships, and consistent witness. Many who were baptised had previously been connected through small groups, personal conversations, and pastoral care. Pastor Britt preached from Acts 2, emphasising repentance and baptism as a response to the Holy Spirit’s work. He said that a Spirit-filled church is marked by people who are sensitive and obedient to God’s leading. The church is now committed to nurturing new believers through ongoing support, including small groups, personal follow-up, and encouragement, helping them grow strong in their walk with Christ.
A powerful testimony of redemption and forgiveness is reaching global audiences through the film 'God’s Here,' created by filmmaker Bill McAdams Jr. Inspired by personal tragedy, the story follows a grieving firefighter whose life is shattered by the loss of his family in a hit-and-run accident. As the narrative unfolds, he is forced to confront deep questions of justice, mercy, and the possibility of forgiveness. The film reflects McAdams’ own journey after his brother’s death in 2012. Over several years, he wrestled with grief and anger before discovering healing through faith. A defining moment came when his mother chose to forgive the driver responsible and even invited her family to the funeral - an act of extraordinary grace that shaped the heart of the film. Rather than presenting a superficial message, the film honestly explores pain, despair, and the struggle toward peace. McAdams emphasises that true healing comes through surrendering pain to God and living daily in His Word: in Christ, even the deepest wounds can lead to restoration, joy, and renewed purpose.
Sarah Mullally has been formally enthroned as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the first woman in the Church of England’s 1,400-year history to hold this role. The ceremony at Canterbury Cathedral marked the beginning of her public ministry as spiritual leader of the Anglican Communion and head of the Church of England. Over two thousand people attended, including Prince William, Keir Starmer, and representatives from across the global Church. Mullally’s journey to this position has been remarkable. Formerly a cancer nurse and later England’s youngest chief nursing officer, she was ordained at 40 and became bishop of London in 2018. Her enthronement reflects significant change within the Church, where female priests were only first ordained in 1994. However, deep divisions remain within the Anglican Communion over theology and leadership, and the Church continues to face scrutiny over past safeguarding failures. Mullally will need to provide steady leadership, restore trust, and guide the Church through complex cultural and spiritual tensions in the years ahead. See
Two British men have been arrested following an arson attack targeting four ambulances belonging to Hatzola, a volunteer-run Jewish emergency service in north London. The suspects, aged 45 and 47, were detained on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life and remain in police custody. CCTV showed individuals setting fire to the vehicles using accelerants. Explosions from gas canisters caused significant damage to nearby properties, including a synagogue, and led to evacuations in the surrounding area. Police are treating the attack as an antisemitic hate crime, though investigations continue into a claim of responsibility by an extremist group. Community leaders have expressed gratitude for swift police action but remain concerned about safety, with heightened security measures still in place. The incident has deeply shaken the local Jewish community, highlighting the need for vigilance, protection, and unity in the face of hatred and violence. In a notable response, King Charles has agreed to become patron of a fellow Jewish charity: see
The Government is launching a major pilot scheme to explore the impact of restricting social media use among teenagers. Three hundred young people will take part, divided into groups experiencing different measures: complete bans on certain apps, overnight digital curfews, or limits of one hour per day. A fourth group will act as a control for comparison. The initiative aims to gather real-world evidence as ministers consider whether to introduce stronger regulations, including a potential ban on social media for under-16s, similar to proposals in other countries. Families involved will be interviewed to assess effects on sleep, mental health, schoolwork, and family life, while researchers will also study whether young people find ways to bypass restrictions. Alongside this, a larger independent study involving four thousand students will examine how reducing use of social media affects wellbeing and behaviour. While many support tighter controls to protect children, others argue that responsibility should also lie with technology companies to create safer platforms. The findings will help shape future policy decisions aimed at safeguarding young people in an increasingly digital world. See also
Junior doctors in England have announced a six-day strike from 7 to 13 April, escalating an ongoing dispute with the Government over pay and working conditions. The British Medical Association (BMA), representing resident doctors, is calling for a 26% pay rise, arguing that current proposals fail to address years of real-term pay erosion. This will be the fifteenth round of industrial action in three years and one of the longest to date. The Government has pointed to a recommended 3.5% pay increase from the independent review body, but union leaders say this falls far short of restoring fair pay, especially amid rising inflation and increasing numbers of doctors leaving the UK. Negotiations had shown signs of progress, but talks have since stalled, with both sides holding firm positions. Healthcare leaders have expressed concern about the impact on patients and are urging renewed dialogue, potentially with external mediation. With tensions high and no immediate resolution in sight, the NHS faces further disruption during a critical period.
The Pentagon has signed major agreements with BAE Systems and Lockheed Martin to significantly increase production of key components for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system. The deal will see output of advanced infrared seekers quadrupled, supporting a wider plan to expand annual interceptor production from 96 to 400 units. These seekers enable the system to detect and track incoming ballistic missiles travelling at extreme speeds, allowing interceptors to destroy threats through direct impact. The contracts are designed to strengthen supply chains and provide stability for defence manufacturers, enabling investment, expansion, and increased hiring. Officials emphasise that bolstering production capacity is essential to maintaining a strong defensive capability in an increasingly uncertain global environment. However, concerns remain about the high cost of such systems compared to cheaper weapons like drones. Despite this, US defence leaders view THAAD as a critical component of national and allied security.
A nationwide fraud crackdown has led to 557 arrests in a single month, marking the most successful phase yet of Operation Henhouse. The initiative targets organised fraud networks operating both online and offline. Authorities also froze £9 million in bank accounts and seized £18.1 million in cash and assets during February alone. In South Yorkshire, more than three hundred people were deceived through fake online adverts for vans. Criminals persuaded victims to pay deposits, only for them to discover the vehicles did not exist. The scam relied on over 90 'money mules’, often recruited via social media, who allowed their bank accounts to be used to move stolen funds. Three men were jailed for their roles in the operation. Over five years, Operation Henhouse has resulted in nearly two thousand arrests and disrupted over £67 million linked to fraud.