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Conflict is sign of a healthy church, says US Episcopal head

The existence of conflict in the church is a sign of health and vitality, the head of The Episcopal Church told a live web audience Wednesday.

Christians express ‘dismay’ over Dispatches episode on church-related child abuse

The Evangelical Alliance, Churches Together in England and the Churches Child Protection Advisory Service have criticised Channel 4 over the “imbalance” of Monday night’s Dispatches on the abuse of children by some churches.

William McDowell continues to inspire with 'I give myself away'

Worship leader William McDowell's powerhouse worship song, "I Give Myself Away," continues to affect thousands of people. Every week the song is being sung and opening the hearts of worshippers in congregations around the world.

Spain orders judge to return salary over gay adoption trial

A judge in Spain has been suspended for ten years and ordered to return his salary of nearly 100,000 euros to the government because he delayed a decision to allow a lesbian to adopt her partner’s child.

Lutherans seek justice and environmental sustainability

The highest legislative body of the Lutheran World Federation closed its eight-day meeting on Tuesday with a message to the 145 church bodies in 79 countries that make up the global Lutheran communion.

Massive OM outreach gets underway in the Mediterranean

Half a billion people live around the Mediterranean Sea, yet most do not know the story of Jesus or who He is.

Luis Palau to mark 100 years of evangelical Christianity in Vietnam

Luis Palau will lead a major new mission in Vietnam next year, as part of the churches’ celebrations marking 100 years of evangelical Christianity in that nation.

YMCA can change life perspectives, says new Gen Sec

The YMCA has the power to change life perspectives and build new ones, says the new General Secretary of the YMCA World Alliance Johan Vilhelm Eltvik.

Lebanon’s ruling party asks Muslims to protect Christians

The head of a Sunni political movement in Lebanon has expressed concern over the decline of Christians in the region allegedly due to growing Shiite influence.

New summit to re-imagine future of youth work

A new Youthwork event is promising to break the mould of traditional Christian events by offering short, specialist sessions, followed by open conversations with grassroots speakers.

On a mission to give

Churches often ask for donations to fund their projects, but they don’t always give back to those in their midst who are facing financial hardship.

Floral glory at Llandaff Cathedral

The most spectacular flower festival in south Wales this year is about to begin. More than 200 flower arrangers – from Haverfordwest to Hereford - are preparing to transform Llandaff Cathedral into a blaze of floral glory to celebrate a golden anniversary.

Spring Harvest helps kids celebrate God

Here we have something great from Spring Harvest. They have decided to release a bundle of songs put together for children to enjoy together with Spring Harvest kid’s resources.

Wise up about what you eat this Farm Animal Week

If it is news to you that the majority of the 860 million chickens reared for meat in the UK are slaughtered at around just five weeks, then you’re not alone.

Anglican committee rejects proposal to separate US Episcopal Church

A 15-member committee that included the Archbishop of Canterbury has rejected a proposal to separate The Episcopal Church in the US from the rest of the global Anglican Communion.