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Study reveals impact of social media on evangelical students

A first-of-its kind study on the impact of social networking activities on evangelical Christian college students is raising some red flags but also acknowledging the benefits of tools such as Facebook and text messaging.

Christian Aid calls for safeguards to protect Ghana from tax dodgers

A new tax haven created by the West African state of Ghana could attract tax dodgers and drug traders seeking to launder money unless safeguards are introduced, warns a report launched today.

Belfast church launches legal bid for right to sodomy ads

A Belfast church is heading to the High Court in a bid to overturn a ban on a newspaper advertisement in which it describes sodomy as an abomination.

Fallen fireman remembered in church service

Church service honours the fireman who died tackling a blaze at a pub in Edinburgh in July.

Bishop warns of moral crisis at farewell service

The Bishop of Rochester warned of the moral crisis facing Britain at his farewell service on Saturday.

US Baptist leader hopes to move ahead in unity

After winning the presidency by a landslide, the Rev Julius R Scruggs says he hopes to move his Baptist convention forward as a united body.

B Reith to unveil debut album in online listening party

Fans worldwide are invited to tune in as B Reith’s debut Now Is Not Forever is unveiled live via an online listening party.

Derek Webb's 'Stockholm Syndrome' wins adoration of fans

Stockholm Syndrome has proven to be the latest masterpiece from INO Records’ Derek Webb, which has quickly garnered adoration from both critics and fans.

Christian women hold prayer vigil for Iranian converts

Christian women gathered outside the Iranian embassy in London on Saturday to highlight the plight of two Christian women in Iran imprisoned for converting from Islam.

Jesus can transform hearts of persecutors, says pastor

“We have a Preserver who can turn the persecutor into someone who is persecuted for Christ’s sake,” says one Nigerian pastor.

Christian Aid chides EC over climate change fund for poor countries

The European Commission's proposed funds to help poor countries deal financially with climate change show a "serious lack of ambition", says Christian Aid.

Exciting times for Christian skaters

This year looks like being a very busy one for Christian Skaters UK.

Nun inspires week of small acts with love

An innovative Catholic mission initiative inspired by the example of a contemplative nun is being launched to promote home mission.

X Factor finalist to release debut praise album

Former X Factor finalist Beverley Trotman to release first praise album.

Organist seeks to make London happy with music

A church organist hopes to make London happy with music when he takes to the fourth plinth in Trafalgar Square this Sunday.

Fashion photographer captures Jesus in 21st century

A veteran fashion photographer who is used to having his works featured in Vogue, GQ and Elle will release his most “rewarding” collection – “Journeys with the Messiah” – on Friday.