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Former Baptist World Alliance leader Nilson Fanini dies at 77
Brazilian pastor and evangelist Nilson do Amaral Fanini, who led the Baptist World Alliance from 1995 to 2000, died Saturday after having been hospitalised with pneumonia on September 13.
Indonesia's new stoning law alarms Christians
Christians have expressed deep concern over the passing of new law in Aceh province of Indonesia that allows stoning to death for women caught in adultery.
Ben Hur Live garners mixed response from critics
With a cast of 400 performers and an entourage of 32 horses, five falcons, two eagles and more than 100 doves, Ben Hur Live had all the makings of an unusual show, and unusual it certainly was.
Natalie Grant honoured for career milestones
Natalie Grant is honoured for selling more than one million units and surpassing 500,000 radio spins.
US sees increase in secular student groups
Atheist and religious sceptic groups are on the rise in high school and college campuses across the US.
Creation film's themes relevant to Christians
Creation is a well crafted film focusing on themes that are highly relevant to Christians and their friends.
Job cuts as Scripture Union plans for digital future
The leadership of Scripture Union this week announced a major re-shaping of the organisation that will see a number of job cuts.
Pakistan: Christian âmurderedâ in police custody
A Christian man accused of desecrating the Koran has reportedly been murdered in prison in District Sialkot, in Punjab.
Australian PM backs poverty Bible
Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has expressed his support for a Bible that highlights verses dealing specifically with poverty.
US pastor: Have an affair - with your spouse
"Life is short. Have an affair - with your spouse," exclaimed megachurch pastor Ed Young after emerging from a taped debate with AshleyMadison.com founder Noel Biderman.
Christian Aid campaigners sing climate change message to Miliband
An impromptu choir made up of Christian Aid climate justice campaigners sang a âCoal Killsâ message to Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Miliband outside his offices this week.
Leprosy Mission honours Barbara and Eddie Askew
The Leprosy Mission England and Wales has dedicated a room to lifelong supporters, the late Barbara and Eddie Askew.
EUâs equality plans will 'silence' Christians, warns legal group
A Christian legal group is warning that the EUâs proposed Equal Treatment Directive will "silence" Christians and undermine their ability to profess their faith.
BeBe & CeCe Winans top chart with 'Close to You'
The return of Grammy Award-winning gospel duo, BeBe & CeCe Winans, is proving to be a chart-topping success as, "Close to You", the first single from their highly anticipated album is currently No 1 on US Billboard Magazine's Hot Gospel Charts.
Tension in Egypt over attacks on Coptic Christians
Egypt's Coptic Christian community are upset over what they perceive to be organised attacks against them in the north of the country.
WCC to visit India's persecuted believers
An international ecumenical team from World Council of Churches (WCC) will pay India a solidarity visit next week in the wake of continued violence against Christians in the country.