Kevin Donovan

BMI Music Awards to Honour Christian Music at GMA Week

The BMI Christian Music Awards will salute the songwriters and publishers of the past year's most performed Christian music on US radio and television at the Gospel Music Association Week in Nashville, Tennessee.

Avalon to be Featured in First Episode of Renaissance Concert Series

Dove and American Music Award-winning group Avalon will be featured in the first episode of the Church Communication Network's new Renaissance Concert Series in the US, premiering this autumn.

Michael W Smith to be Honoured at Music City Walk of Fame

Legendary Christian artist Michael W Smith joins an elite group of music industry figures later this month when he will be inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame.

Network Challenges Christian Teens on Sex, Relationships and Pete Doherty

TrueTube, a new website launched to get teenagers debating moral issues, is looking for more young Christians to get involved in the network and tackle head-on issues such as sex, relationships and the behavious of rock star Pete Doherty.

Blair and Merkel Urge Bush to Tackle Climate Change

British Prime Minister Tony Blair and German Chancellor Angela Merkel are urging US President George W Bush to agree to tough new international measures to stop global warming accelerating out of control.

Hundreds Gather to Celebrate Christian Radio DAB Launch

Hundreds gathered at Central Hall Westminster last night to celebrate the launch of Premier Radio's DAB licence, which enables listeners in London to receive a signal from almost anywhere in the capital.

Switchfoot Releases Awakening Video

Switchfoot recently released a new music video for "Awakening", from their latest critically acclaimed album Oh! Gravity.. "'Awakening' has become a favourite of yours and ours, and it feels good to have you involved in helping us choose this single," Switchfoot said on their website.

Restoration Begins at Ted Haggard's Church

Church leaders at PowerHouse Christian Centre in Texas have been invited to take part in the restoration process of New Life Church as a first step in the healing process, following the exit of former senior pastor Ted Haggard.

thebandwithnoname Return from Rocking Stage at Belfast Events

Following a week at Spring Harvest, thebandwithnoname recently hit the stage at Belfast's Onelife event, where the band preformed tracks from the new album Dying To Be There.

Worship Central Welcomes Frog and Amy Orr-Ewing for Next Session

The popular worship training programme Worship Central will invite guests Mark Beswick, and speakers Amy Orr-Ewing, Ken Costa and Frog Orr Ewing for the next session.

Gospel Music Channel to Offer Advertising-Free Easter Programme

Gospel Music Channel (GMC), America's first and only 24/7 all Gospel/Christian music television network, will observe Easter Sunday, the most significant day on the Christian calendar, by running 24 hours of programming without advertising.

Easter Reminds Australian Christians to 'Keep the Faith'

In the midst of poverty, war, and the devastating effects of climate change, Christians in Australia have been encouraged to 'keep the faith' during Easter.

Sanctus Real to Endorse Charity in Upcoming US Headline Tour

One of America's most popular Christian rock bands, Sanctus Real, will headline The Face of Love Tour in the US, kicking off April 23 in Nashville with special guests NEEDTOBREATHE and This Beautiful Republic.

Coca-Cola Delays Italian Christian Film Release

An Italian film which shows a clip of Jesus drinking from a can of Coca-Cola will miss its Easter release date after the drinks company complained.

Iran President Meets Freed British Sailors

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has met with some of the 15 British military personnel held in Iranian custody for almost two weeks, shortly after vowing to set them free as a "gift" to Britain.

Dublin Church Adapts U2Charist

A church in Dublin's city centre recently led a 'U2charist', an adapted Holy Communion service that uses Irish rock band U2's best-selling songs in place of hymns.