Aaron J Leichman, Christian Post
Pakistan relief efforts under threat, say agencies
When top EU officials meet with Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari this week, the plight of the more than one million people affected by fighting in the countryâs Swat valley must be first on the agenda, insist nine major international aid agencies.
Looming health crisis in Sri Lanka sparks 'grave concern'
Monsoon rains and inadequate sanitation are placing tens of thousands of displaced Sri Lankans at risk from disease, warns World Vision.
Ecumenical Christians still hope for shared Easter
The Day of Pentecost was marked by Christians around the world Sunday except for those who will be celebrating the date this coming Sunday.
Creation Museum still drawing crowds and criticism
Two years after it opened, the controversial Creation Museum in Kentucky continues to welcome the crowds as well as criticism.
Lawsuit settled over 'Passion of the Christ'
A settlement has been reached between Mel Gibson and a screenwriter who co-wrote the screenplay for the 2004 blockbuster âThe Passion of the Christâ.
Switchfoot frontman joins Darfur Fast for Life
Switchfoot frontman Jon Foreman is going on a three-day water-only fast to raise awareness of the humanitarian crisis currently taking place in Sudanâs Darfur region.
Beauty pageant directors mull future of Miss California's crown
The co-directors of the Miss California USA competition are expected to announce this week whether current Miss California Carrie Prejean can keep her crown after racy pictures of her emerged on the internet.
US Presbyterians vote to keep fidelity and chastity clause
Efforts to allow sexually active gays and lesbians to serve as clergy in the Presbyterian Church (USA) have once again been defeated, according to votes received so far from 155 of the denominationâs 173 presbyteries.
Pastor insists killer turned believer is not dangerous
A convicted child killer who is staying temporarily at the home of an evangelical pastor in Chichester, New Hampshire, says his conversion to Christianity 16 years ago has made him a different man.
Memorial service celebrates life of late Habitat for Humanity co-founder
A memorial celebration was held over the weekend as a tribute to Millard Fuller, the millionaire entrepreneur who gave it all away to help establish the Christian house-building charity Habitat for Humanity.
Couple refuse to abort conjoined twins
A pregnant woman who discovered last week that she is carrying a rare form of conjoined twins has pledged not to abort them.
US Pentecostal, Charismatic leaders plan landmark gathering
Church leaders, scholars, and students within the Pentecostal and Charismatic movement will meet next year for a landmark gathering to examine the future of the movement, adopt new language, and foster growth, unity and more effective outreach.
Ghana's next president prays for God's blessings
Opposition leader John Atta Mills said he will pray for humility and for Godâs wisdom to govern Ghana after being declared the West African countryâs next president.
Study sheds light on link between religion and self-control
Have New Yearâs resolutions for 2009? If youâre religious, youâre probably more likely to keep them, according to a new study.
Iranian president's alternative Christmas message draws fire
The holiday message delivered by Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad for Channel 4 drew a wide range of critics last week.
Playboy apologises for Virgin Mary cover
A model posing as the Virgin Mary on the cover of the Mexican edition of Playboy magazine led the US headquarters to issue a formal apology.