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Christians killed in Sudan bombing

The Sudanese military in the last two weeks has bombed more non-Arab people in largely Christians areas of the Nuba Mountains - killing three Christians, destroying two relief agency structures and demolishing a Catholic Church building, sources said.

Donations may drop during holiday season

Although most Americans plan to continue to support their favourite charities this holiday season, there's concerning news on the horizon.

Natwivity gets off to flying start
Natwivity gets off to flying start

Twitter is abuzz this Advent season with the story of Christmas being told in the form of tweets.

Scouts consult on oath for atheists

The Scouts are consulting their members on whether to introduce an alternative oath for atheists.

Brothers in Arms
Brothers in Arms

Brothers in Arms is the title of the moving picture that scooped this year's Faith Through a Lens award.

Pilgrimage by iPhone
Pilgrimage by iPhone

A new app is making it possible for Christians to take part in one of the most popular pilgrimages via their iPhones.

Thank God this Advent, says bishop
Thank God this Advent, says bishop

The Bishop of Wolverhampton is encouraging people to admit their transgressions to God this Advent - and be thankful they are forgiven.

Women bishop supporters want single clause measure

Supporters of women bishops are calling on bishops in the Church of England to bring back a single clause measure.

Zimbabwe's Anglicans make difficult return to property

Anglicans in Zimbabwe have finally been able to return to their cathedral in Harare after the eviction of an excommunicated bishop.

Plans to cap payday loan charges welcomed

Christian financial advisers are calling for a "drastic" cap on the rates charged by payday loan companies.

Churches want more support for Middle East peace process

The Church of England and Catholic Church have expressed their disappointment after the UK abstained from a vote on Palestine in the UN last week.

Sanctus Real: It\'s not music for music\'s sake
Sanctus Real: It's not music for music's sake

Sanctus Real frontman Matt Hammit is just as committed to writing songs that inspire faith now as he was when the band first got together 16 years ago.

Zion, the new album from Hillsong United
Zion, the new album from Hillsong United

Anticipation is building for the release of the next Hillsong United project on 26 February.

'No comfort zone' for Egypt's Christians

Christians in Egypt are looking to God amid the ongoing social and political unrest.

Joni and Ken share their untold love story
Joni and Ken share their untold love story

They vowed to stay together "for better" and "for worse" and they certainly had their fair share of "worse", but 30 years on Joni Eareckson Tada and her husband Ken want to share with others the secret to a contented marriage.

CARE slams tax burden on families
CARE slams tax burden on families

CARE has strongly criticised the high level of family taxation in the UK.