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Churches pray with one voice for justice

Thousands of people will join with one voice in praying for an end to poverty as they connect with God’s heart for justice.

Amy Grant sings of life's journey in Somewhere Down the Road

Six-time Grammy Award winner and 30 million-plus selling artist Amy Grant is set to release Somewhere Down the Road on March 30.

Churches attacked as trouble brews over Jesus picture row

Two churches have been burnt to the ground and Christians attacked in India after tension erupted on Saturday over the publication of a poster depicting Jesus Christ in an offensive manner.

Survey: Obama support down among Christians

US President Barack Obama’s support among born-again Christians has decreased after a year in office, a new survey shows.

Outrage over Indian school textbook's beer-drinking Jesus image

An illustration of Jesus holding a can of beer in one hand and a cigarette in the other has sparked outrage among India’s Christian community.

Marriage more stable than cohabitation, research finds

Cohabitation is a less stable form of relationship today than it was 15 years ago and particularly for couples with children, says relationships charity The Jubilee Centre.

Demand for Fairtrade products increases despite recession

Sales of Fairtrade products have risen despite the global economic downturn making 2009 a tough year for poor people seeking a fair deal for their produce, according to the Fairtrade Foundation.

Conservatives cannot afford to lose Christian support, says Theos

New research published yesterday by theology think tank Theos indicates voters with a religious faith could determine the outcome of the general election.

Kevin Max takes ride on wild side for Cotes D Armor

Three simple words describe the bold and innovative career of dPulse artist Kevin Max: Strength Through Reinvention.

Young minister's sermonettes encourage believers to live for God

Music coupled with the word of God makes a powerful combination and one minister using it to great effect is Michael Kosmas.

Williams laments church decline in Middle East

The head of the worldwide Anglican Communion has expressed his "deep" concern over the declining number of believers in the Middle East during a four-day visit to the region.

Newsboys - New CD Born Again coming in June

Combine the strengths of two supergroups that have sold millions of records, achieved an astounding number of #1 radio hits and received numerous Dove Awards. The result? A reborn newsboys.

Iraq church leaders to speak with common voice

A global ecumenical body has welcomed “with great hope and deep satisfaction” the decision of diverse church leaders in Iraq to establish a council to speak with a common voice.

Aid mobilised as deadly floods hit Madeira

Emergency rescue teams and Portuguese Navy ships carrying aid are on their way to the island of Madeira where floods have killed 32 people.

Eat soup and raise funds for the poor

Celebrity chef Kevin Woodford is encouraging people to raise funds for Christian Aid’s work with the poor by holding a soup lunch with friends.

Government denies sex ed opt out for faith schools

The Government has come under pressure after faith groups secured an amendment to a Bill that would allow faith schools to teach sex education according to their ethos.