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Shahbaz Bhatti's murder met by unanimous condemnation from church leaders

The Vatican and the Archbishops of Canterbury and York have condemned the murder today of Pakistan’s Minorities Minister.

New VeggieTales website for kids

A brand new website has been launched for fans of the hit animation series VeggieTales.

US humanists launch bus ads to dispel myths about non-believers

A humanist group launched on Tuesday a multimedia ad campaign, declaring that atheists and the nonreligious can live good, meaningful lives without God.

Tutu says Gaddafi should step down

Archbishop Desmond Tutu has said he is confident opponents of Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi will succeed in bringing freedom to their country.

Christians devastated over assassination of Pakistan\'s Minorities Minister
Christians devastated over assassination of Pakistan's Minorities Minister

Christians have expressed their sorrow over the assassination of Pakistan's Minorities Minister today.

Presbyterian Church USA acquits gay minister

In a split decision, a Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) panel on Monday acquitted a partnered homosexual minister, who faced charges of violating the Church constitution.

Court ruling on Christian foster parents is ‘concerning’

The Christian Institute has described as “concerning” and “worrying” the guidance handed down from the High Court about the suitability of Christians with traditional views to be foster parents.

Prom Praise at the Royal Albert Hall

Contemporary and classical artists share RAH stage in unique expression of praise

Archbishop voices opposition to gay civil partnership ceremonies in churches

The Archbishop of Canterbury has told MPs of his opposition to plans to allow same-sex civil partnership ceremonies to take place in churches.

Church urges Government not to freeze child benefit

The Church of England is urging the Government not to go ahead with its planned three-year freeze on child benefit.

High Court upholds bar on Christian foster carers over homosexuality views

High Court suggests traditional Christian beliefs on sexuality are "inimical" to children

Andy Frost hits road again to explore why young people are leaving the church

Andy Frost and worship leader Dave Bilbrough are taking to the road again to get the UK church thinking about how it can stem the large numbers of young people leaving the church.

Concerns for homeless as Westminster moots restrictions

Housing Justice has spoken out against plans by Westminster Council to introduce restrictions to rough sleeping and food distribution for the homeless in the area.

Murder of pastors leaves evangelicals in Honduras feeling vulnerable

Christians in the evangelical church in Honduras fear they are being deliberately targeted following the murder of several pastors in recent months.

Appeal for prayer as Middle East faces uncertain future

The World Evangelical Alliance is asking Christians to pray for the Middle East and speak up for human rights.