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Strong support for teaching of Christianity in schools
Almost two-thirds of adults say they support the teaching of Christianity in schools, according to a survey by Oxford University.
11 dead in Nigeria church bombing
Suspected suicide bombers from Islamist group Boko Haram detonated two cars laden with explosives at a Protestant church during Sunday morning service, killing at least 11 people and wounding 30 others in a major military establishment in northern Nigeria's Kaduna State.
Children's ministry is more than childminding
Christians serving in children's ministry are doing some of the most important work in the church today - but that's not always recognised, says Tim Thornborough.
Old sewing machine gets new lease of life for charity
An old sewing machine has had a good dusting down and is now being used to make crafts that are raising money for a Christian charity.
Religious leaders support dialogue
A new centre for interreligious dialogue is opening today in Vienna.
Support for referendum on gay marriage
Over half the public want a referendom on the Government's plans to legalise gay marriage.
Brits concerned about marriage breakdown
Most Brits feel that marriage's fall from grace has not been good for society, a new survey has found.
Beware the winter blues
The crisp autumn sunshine has given way to lashings of rain for many so it's little wonder that the overcast skies and shortening days may put a dampner on our moods too.
Christians get behind activism to end gender-based violence
Christians around the world are taking part in 16 days of activism against gender-based violence.
Churches pray for end to violence against women
Churches are praying for the millions of women victims of violence worldwide.
Portsmouth addresses urgent need for school places
The Anglican Diocese of Portsmouth is hoping to open two new schools in Whiteley and Waterlooville to meet the shortage in school places
Uganda drops death penalty for homosexuals
The death penalty provision of an anti-gay bill in Uganda has been dropped, it has been reported on Friday, and Members of the Ugandan Parliament have immediately moved to endorse the amended legislature.
Sarah Kelly launches online songwriting school
Christian singer-songwriter Sarah Kelly is excited to announce the launch of her new online songwriting school.
UK Government action on Congo welcomed
Christian Aid has welcomed the efforts of the UK Government to bring an end to the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
EU must work with Greece to solve crisis - church leaders
The EU and Greece must take joint responsibility for solving the country's economic woes, church leaders have said.
Rights of Indian Christians being denied
Millions of Indian Christians are being denied their constitutional rights by the government, which is refusing to give them a place in the country's hierarchical caste system.