Christian Today

The Saltmine Theatre Company performs C.S Lewis’ “The Screwtape Letters”

In June and July 2004, The Saltmine Theatre Company is reviving their previous sell-out tour of “The Screwtape Letters” in commeroration of their 18th birthday...

Ronald Reagan's Legacy will Live On

Former American President Ronald Reagan died on Saturday, June 5th, at the age of 93 but his legacy of upholding conservative values...

Worldwide Percentage of Catholics is Decreasing

According to newly released Church data, the number of Catholics in the world is increasing, but the percentage of Catholics in terms of world population has decreased slightly...

Church Leaders Criticise Racist Politics in run-up to June 10th Elections

In Devon, church leaders have entered the field of politics and have condemned racist political ideals...

Avalon and World Vision help 2,000 Children gain Sponsorship

It was announced that Avalon (Sparrow Records), in partnership with World Vision and their successful spring tour last month, has helped to bring in over two thousand sponsorships for children worldwide...

Remembering D-Day: Worldwide Ecumenical Bodies Express Gratitude and Reflection

Sixty years ago, brave young heroes of the Allied force landed on the beaches of Normandy, risking their lives for...

Christians not to vote for BNP says Bishop of Manchester

The Bishop of Manchester,the Right Reverend Nigel McCulloch, has said that Christians should not vote for the BNP(British National Party) in the European and local elections...

South Africa Region Conference to Tackle Troubled Society

The IASYM (International Association for the Study of Youth Ministries) is co-working with the SACLA (South African Christian Leaders Assembly) to host an event just outside of Johannesburg in South Africa...

Plans Drawn Up For Three Thousand Christian Schools in India

In New Delhi, India’s capital, a Christian organisation plans to set up three thousand schools with hope amongst mission organisations that Manmohan Singh, the first ever non-Hindu Prime Minister and Oxford educated economist, will bring change...

'Jesus Film for Children' Becomes New Passion for Children in India

NEW DELHI - The next generation in India is responding overwhelmingly to ‘The Story of Jesus For Children’, the children’s version of the Jesus Film Project. An estimated 70 million non-Christians have watched...

Anglican Church of Canada Tables Same-Sex Blessing Proposal

The controversial proposal authorising the Anglican Church of Canada dioceses to provide “blessing ceremonies” for same-sex couples in the church was tabled just hours before...

Malayatoor Shrine granted International Sanctuary Status by Vatican

Malayatoor, Kerala - Keralite Christians have something to rejoice about this summer as the Vatican has made a recent announcement declaring the centuries-old St. Thomas shrine at Malayatoor hilltop in Kerala as an international sanctuary...

Bush Renews Dedication to Faith Based Initiative

President Bush renewed his dedication to the controversial but highly acclaimed faith-based initiatives during a White House conference of community leaders on Tuesday June 1, 2004...

Salvation Army Launches £650,000 Iraq Humanitarian Program

The Salvation Army International Emergency Team announced the launch of a £650,000 support program for families returning to Iraq...

California Justices Hear San Francisco Gay Marriage Case

The California Supreme Court heard arguments on whether San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom abused his authority by issuing marriage licenses to some 4,000 same-sex couples earlier this year...

Pentecost: The Birth of the “New Testament Church”

Thousands of Churches across America observed the day of Pentecost with special services and worship across the nation, Sunday, May 30, 2004. The oft-overlooked celebration marks the arrival of the Holy Spirit