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Christian Aid supporter to abseil down church tower

A husband-to-be has pledged to raise funds for people trapped in poverty by abseiling down the tower of the church in which he is to be married.

Europe cycle raises awareness of human trafficking

A team of passionate anti-trafficking campaigners has just returned from an 11-day cycle across human trafficking routes in 10 countries.

Matt Redman wins big at 2013 Dove Awards

British artist Matt Redman picked up multiple accolades at the 2013 GMA Dove Awards on Tuesday.

Rihanna chided over illegal sex show visit

The leader of a Christian entertainment ministry has questioned Rihanna's decision to watch an illegal sex show during her Thailand tour.

Harvest Festival at Westminster Abbey [Photo]

The Duchess of Cornwall was at Westminster Abbey on Wednesday for its first Harvest Festival since 1966.

Bishop joins credit union [Photo]

The Bishop of Portsmouth has shown his support for the Archbishop of Canterbury's campaign against unscrupulous loan companies by joining a credit union.

Best Modern Churches shortlist announced

Twenty-four churches have been shortlisted for the Best Modern Churches architecture competition being run by the National Churches Trust, The Ecclesiastical Architects and Surveyors Association and the 20th Century Society.

David Cameron called to act after foodbank demand triples

Tripling in foodbank usage sparks call for an inquiry

Bajrang Dal pressure villagers to leave Christianity

Nationalist Hindu group destroys church, threatens believers

Persecution of Christians getting worse

The situation of Christians has sharply deteriorated in many countries according to a new report due to be launched later today.

Church leaders in England and Scotland mark International Credit Union Day

Church leaders in England and Scotland are championing their local credit unions today.

Church of Scotland proposes changing religious observance in schools to 'time for reflection'

The Church of Scotland has proposed changing religious observance to a 'time for reflection'.

100 treasures book to mark diocesan centenary

A new book charting Suffolk's magnificent churches is being published ahead of the diocese's centenary celebrations next year.

Methodist Church sends funds to Pakistan following suicide bomb attack

The Methodist Church in Britain has granted the Diocese of Peshawar in Pakistan Â£5000 following the suicide bomb attack on a church last month.

Government support for gambling prize rises criticised

The Evangelical Alliance has criticised the Government for continually raising the stakes and prizes on gambling machines.

Scottish Government challenged on ethical spending

SCIAF launches campaign targeting Scotland's Â£9 billion Procurement budget