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Christians see opportunities for the church in Cameron’s ‘Big Society’ plan

David Cameron's vision of a 'Big Society' will highlight the work churches are already doing to serve their communities.

Cathedrals to receive £500,000 for repairs

The Cathedrals Fabric Commission for England (CFCE) has welcomed a new fund of £500,000 for cathedral fabric repairs.

Seafaring ministry to extend reach across Africa and Asia

Mission to Seafarers has launched a new five-year-strategy to extend its pastoral care and welfare facilities to new ports around the world.

US Evangelical churches pray for Gulf Coast communities

Evangelical churches across the US pray for communities hit by the BP oil spill as they look to the long-term recovery process.

Faith groups hear call to tackle HIV and AIDS

Leaders of different faiths from around the world have been urged to work together in tackling HIV and AIDS.

The days of suppressing Christians ‘are over’, vows Pickles

Eric Pickles has spoken of the crucial role that faith communities have to play in the Government’s vision of a ‘Big Society’.

BBC defends Eastenders’ controversial Christian plot

The BBC has been forced to deny that a plot involving a pastor in Eastenders is “anti-Christian”.

Real 'Blind Side' parents tell story in new book

The real-life Tuohy couple who inspired the box-office hit “The Blind Side” have released their new book, In a Heartbeat: Sharing the Power of Cheerful Giving.

Pakistan: Christians fear more unrest after arrest of ministry leaders

Muslims in the Pakistani city of Faisalabad are threatening to torch the houses of Christians after the arrest of two Christian brothers over alleged blasphemy charges in the first week of July, ANS has learned.

Archbishop to host imams and clergy at Lambeth Palace

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, is to host an event at Lambeth Palace which will bring together 50 imams and clergy from 25 local areas to encourage and strengthen local inter faith relationships.

Youth groups scoop prizes at think-tank Oscars

Four charities battling to reverse educational failure are among the seven winners of awards totalling £70,000 presented by the Centre for Social Justice, the think-tank set up by former Conservative Party leader Iain Duncan Smith.

Time for the Gospel in Richmond

People in Richmond are busy but not too busy to hear the Gospel.

Abundant Life Ministries gets the feet thumping with Above All Names

Abundant life ministries is a 21st century church with branches in Bradford, Leeds and Belfast. Three different cities but all united by their calling in God to love, serve and worship.

Church's online wedding planner a hit

An innovative way of planning a church wedding by web has been a surprise hit with couples.