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Appeals court extends hold on California gay marriages
A federal appeals court put an indefinite hold on California same-sex marriages Monday, overruling the order of a lower court judge who paved the way for such unions to commence on Wednesday.
Scale of need in Pakistan 'incomprehensible', says World Vision
With an estimated 20 million people affected by the devastating floods in Pakistan, it is âalmost incomprehensibleâ to imagine the response that is needed, says World Vision.
Priest delivers last rites to Zsa Zsa Gabor
Hollywood legend Zsa Zsa Gabor has received her last rites from a priest, according to her publicist.
Hillsong on a high after first sell-out US tour
First U.S. Tour Led by Morgan Featuring Music From Top Selling Album, A Beautiful Exchange, Averages Nearly 4,000 People Per Market, Gathers National / Regional Media Acclaim
Lack of funds may leave most people in West Africa short of food aid
WFP to prioritise children under age of two â 60% of people in dire need of aid may not receive adequate help
Lambeth Palace Library's exhibition to go on virtual display
A virtual exhibition is being planned in response to huge interest in Treasures of Lambeth Palace Library
The Ten Commandments: Are they still relevant?
But do the Ten Commandments still have any real significance for us today?
Church and music school answer top questions on wedding music and money
The Church of England has teamed up with the Royal School of Church Music to answer the most frequently asked questions when it comes to wedding music and money.
Evangelists cleared of 'illegal preaching' in Tanzania
A Tanzanian court has acquitted two evangelists of "illegal preaching", reports Compass Direct News.
Obama backs mosque near Ground Zero
Months into an emotionally-charged debate surrounding a planned mosque and community centre near the site of the 9/11 attacks, US President Barack Obama has declared his support for the Muslim project.
Turkey's Christians hold historic church service
Turkey allowed Christians to hold a rare service at a politically sensitive monastery for the first time since the modern-day country's creation nearly nine decades ago.
Christian group tells world to reject Burmaâs âshamâ election
Christian Solidarity Worldwide says there is no hope that Burmaâs upcoming election will be free or fair.
Heavy rain hampering World Vision response to deadly China mudslide
World Vision is battling against heavy rain to distribute emergency aid among survivors of a catastrophic landslide that hit Chinaâs Gansu Province last Sunday.
Salvation before politics, says Assemblies of God leader
The message of salvation should come before any political message, contends Dr George O Wood.
Call for prayers for aid workers in Afghanistan
Release International is calling on Christians to pray for aid workers in Afghanistan following the murder of ten aid workers there last week.
Bible school's holiday club spans the generations
He was in the crèche when this holiday club first met. Thirty years later, heâs bringing his own son.