Fears for Kember as US Hostage Found Dead

The discovery of the body in Iraq of a US hostage has sparked fears for the safety of the remaining three hostages which include British Professor Norman Kember.

U.S. State Department spokesman Noel Clay said in Washington: "The FBI has identified the body of Tom Fox. The family has been notified and our heartfelt condolences go out to the family."

Iraqi police said Saturday that American hostage Tom Fox, a peace activist in Baghdad with the Chicago-based Christian Peacemaker Teams, was tortured before being shot and dumped beside a railway line in Baghdad.
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Televangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86
Televangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86

Jim Bakker, the controversial televangelist who once owned one of the most popular theme parks in the United States but later went to prison for his financial misconduct, has died at age 86.

Christian faith seen as ‘significantly more relevant’ to young people than church, new report finds
Christian faith seen as ‘significantly more relevant’ to young people than church, new report finds

The Christian faith is perceived as “significantly more relevant to children” and young people than the church itself, according to new research which calls on churches to rethink how they engage the next generation.

Winnie-the-Pooh centenary marked with new Christian reflection resources for schools
Winnie-the-Pooh centenary marked with new Christian reflection resources for schools

Church schools are being invited to explore Christian values through the much-loved stories of Winnie-the-Pooh as part of new resources produced to mark the character’s 100th anniversary.

UK ranks seventh globally for daily Bible App use as searches for anxiety and hope rise
UK ranks seventh globally for daily Bible App use as searches for anxiety and hope rise

The UK has ranked seventh in the world for daily Bible App engagement, as new figures from YouVersion suggest growing numbers of people are turning to Scripture for reassurance, guidance and spiritual support.