Jennifer Gold
Senegal Rebel Leader Catholic Priest Dies
The leader of Senegal's separatist rebels has died in Paris. Father Augustin Diamacoune Senghor, aged 78, who was a founder member of the Movement of Democratic Casamance Forces (MFDC), died in a Paris hospital this week.
China & Russia Veto UN Security Council Resolution on Burma
A resolution on Burma proposed by the United States and supported by the United Kingdom has been vetoed on Friday 12 January by China and Russia. South Africa also voted against the resolution.
Christian Aid Tells of Alleged Atrocities in Ethiopia-Somalia Conflict
Christian Aid has received unconfirmed reports of shocking atrocities being committed by Ethiopian soldiers occupying Somalia this week.
Study Finds Church Reverend is as Important as Photos for Weddings
Figures released this week reveal that more than 50 per cent of people planning to get married in church say that the vicar is just as important to the wedding as the setting of the church and the photos.
Church Army Announces New Appointment for Fresh Expressions Agenda
Church Army's Research Unit, the Sheffield Centre, and the Archbishops' Fresh Expressions team have announced the appointment of a new Network Co-ordinator for the new Fresh Expressions guide.
Biblelands Raises £200,000 to Help Rebuild Lebanon
An appeal launched by BibleLands in response to last summer's Israel-Lebanon conflict has now surpassed the £200,000 mark, thanks to the generosity of British Christians.
Sudan Police Deny New Year Church Attack on 800 Christians
Police officers in Sudan have denied allegations linking them to a New Year's Eve attack on 800 Christians at Khartoum's Anglican cathedral, the church priest has explained.
Pope Benedict: 'Church Will Always be Persecuted'
The first-ever martyr of the Christian church teaches us that followers of Christianity will always face persecution, Roman Catholic head, Pope Benedict XVI, has said.
Press Freedom Threatened as Journalists Face 'Defaming Islam' Case
An international debate has commenced over a court case in Morocco centred upon the issue of press freedom, as two press representatives have been accused of defaming Islam.
Anglican Communion Announces 'Covenant Design Group' Members
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams has this week announced the members of the 'Covenant Design Group' that he has appointed in response to a request of the Joint Standing Committee of the Primates' Meeting and of the Anglican Consultative Council.
Fears Over Backers of Huge East London 'Mega-Mosque' Proposals
London is set to become home to the largest mosque outside the Middle East, as controversial plans continue to move forward for a huge development in East London.
Youth for Christ Prepare for London Worship Event
Youth for Christ are set to hold an exciting evening of music and drama, which will take place at St Paul's Church, Hammersmith, London on Thursday 25 January 2007.
UK Church Leaders Welcome New Missionary Appointment to Black Country
Local church leaders have welcomed the appointment of Evan Cockshaw as Church of England missionary to West Bromwich. The Rev Margaret Small, Rural Dean of West Bromwich, said: "The Church in West Bromwich has got hardly anyone in the 16 to 30 age group and we felt very much that we need to have somebody to come and do this work for us.
Church Leaders Call for Investigation into Race Review of Mental Health Bill
A number of church leaders who have come out in support of the call from BMH UK (Black Mental Health UK) for the Commission for Racial Equality (CRE) to look into the Department of Health's (DH) handling of the race review of the new Mental Health Bill.
Evangelical Christians Attacked in India for Singing Christmas Carols
Evangelical Christians in India have been attacked by Hindu militants for singing Christmas carols. The shocking attack has raised concerns for Christians in the region, particularly as elsewhere in India news has also emerged that a church was attacked and completely destroyed by extremists.
House Churches in China Face Persecution Over Christmas
A house church in Beijing has been raided over the Christmas period, in efforts by local authorities to halt any worship or services over the season.