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Wiping out poverty - one person at a time

The weight of poverty statistics alone can leave us feeling totally overwhelmed. Yet we can each make a difference, even if just on a local scale.

Britain is sleepwalking into euthanasia

By seeking acceptance for assisted suicide in principle Lord Falconer’s amendment is a recipe for the abuse and exploitation of vulnerable people.

Susan Boyle and the celebrity machine - when will we learn?

A relatively quiet and normal life may suit someone like Susan Boyle far better than the life of instant worldwide name and face recognition that seems to have opened up before her, says Mal Fletcher.

Vote and vote positively

UK citizens must choose their representatives carefully on June 4.

Nike, Heinz and the church

What values is the church communicating to the people of the world today?

Equality Bill will force churches to employ homosexuals

Churches and other Christian groups will be forced to employ practising homosexuals, transsexuals and civil partners under the Government’s new Equality Bill.

What has happened to leadership in public life?

We need leaders who will create a totally new governmental culture in this country.

Swine flu - fear a bigger contagion

The outbreak of swine flu in a number of nations worldwide is rightly a cause for concern. But it is not yet a cause for widespread anxiety.

Six ways to stay safe from ID theft

In an age where almost everything from cash to family contact is being digitised, it's not hard to see huge opportunities for scams large and small.

Christian Aid Week 2009

At Christian Aid we believe that by working together, the vision of a world free from poverty can become a reality.

The Bible tells me so

As we approach Easter Sunday, the Rt Rev David Lunan, the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, reflects on how Christians can see and feel the presence of the Lord in our everyday lives in his Easter message.

Revealed: The true cost of global tax dodging

Paying as little tax as possible, regardless of the social consequences, has for many become an acceptable way of doing business.

Why UK Bible colleges must change in the 21st century

We would all like to pass on vibrant, relevant and well run UK bible colleges to the next generation

Why the free speech clause matters

Free speech protection needs to be stated clearly on the face of the law.

Jade Goody and the downside of celebrity culture

As a society, we should think long and hard about where the culture of celebrity is leading us - and our children.

Precipitating revival

If the Earth meets the conditions Heaven demands then God simply shows up!