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Orissa: Thousands still homeless one year on
A year after the worst anti-Christian violence in Indiaâs democratic history, more than 4,000 Christians are reportedly still stuck in squalid refugee camps, too scared to return to their villages.
Fiji also bans Methodist choir contests
After cancelling Methodist Churchâs annual conference and national choir competitions, the interim government has also banned the regional choir contests much to the dismay of the Church's leaders.
Iraqi church leaders appeal for peace after deadly bomb blasts
Church leaders in Iraq have appealed for peace and reconciliation after massive truck bombings struck Baghdad on Wednesday.
Rebecca St James headlines heads to Europe
Rebecca St James crossed the Atlantic this week for a lightning round tour of major concert stagings in Europe.
Nazir-Ali calls for release of Iranian converts
The Bishop of Rochester Dr Michael Nazir-Ali is calling upon the President of Iran to have mercy on two female converts who have been imprisoned for leaving Islam and embracing Christianity.
Christians urged to unite with persecuted believers
The World Evangelical Alliance is urging Christians in democratic countries to unite in praying for their persecuted brothers and sisters.
Logos Hope takes Gospel to children and prisoners in Caribbean
OMâs brand new ministry ship Logos Hope has received a warm welcome in the Caribbean where crew members are currently serving the vulnerable and boosting local churches in their witness.
Lutherans debate human sexuality
Debate on a proposed social statement on human sexuality began on Tuesday at the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America's Churchwide Assembly.
Annie Lennox dismisses Popeâs condom stance
Annie Lennox believes churches could do âtremendous harmâ where they preach against the use of condoms in countries with high rates of HIV and Aids.
Seeking a solution for Congo
Any solution to the crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) must engage the whole nation â not just the eastern region where violence is centred, a small ecumenical team visiting the Bas Congo and Kasai Oriental provinces has learned.
Church of Scotland urges cut in unnecessary car use
Car-sharing, getting the bus, cycling and walking to church are just some of the ways the Church of Scotland could be reducing its membersâ carbon footprints, says a new report out today.
Scottish Bible Society reaches out in Glaswegian dialect
The Scottish Bible Society is hoping to bring the Word of God to people who do not normally read the Bible with a newspaper giveaway next week.
The Glorious Unseen
It's not about getting famous or making money, it's about connecting with God, says The Glorious Unseen's frontman Ben Crist.
Living Sacrifice returns with 'The Infinite Order'
Living Sacrifice set to release their first album since 2003 this November.
Egyptian priest faced with death fatwa after prayer hall request
Muslim village elders in Minia Governorate in Egypt have issued a death fatwa against a Coptic priest after he sought permission to convert part of his family home into a prayer hall.
Christians more resilient in recession, says charity
A Christian mental health charity has issued a stark warning against ignoring the social impact of the recession and with it, the threat of homelessness, unemployment and family break-up.