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Government must do more to help charities, says Christian Aid director
Christian Aid Director Dr Daleep Mukarji says the government must do more to help charities that work in developing countries during the present financial crisis.
Tell your story, says J John
The church needs to be equipping its members to tell their story and that of Jesus Christ, says J John.
Churches should set up 'flu friends' networks, says Evangelical Alliance
The Evangelical Alliance is calling on churches to prepare to set up networks of âflu friendsâ to care for the sick in case of a swine flu pandemic, following Government guidance for faith communities.
Church of England launches website to help nurture good schools
The Church of England has launched a new web resource identifying the values it believes make faith schools a success.
Taliban threatens Pope with 'severe reaction' ahead of Middle East visit
The Taliban has warned Pope Benedict XVI that he will feel âthe consequences of a severe reactionâ if Christianity is allowed to be preached in Afghanistan. The Pope is due to begin his tour of the Middle East today and will meet King Abdullah on his visit to Jordan, before heading to Israel.
MPs demand UN commission into Burma human rights violations
Over 60 British MPs are calling for a UN commission of inquiry into crimes against humanity in Burma, just two weeks before Nobel Laureate and democracy leader Daw Aung San Suu Kyi is due for release from house arrest.
Girls to join Durham Cathedral choir for first time in 900 years
Durham Cathedral is to allow girls to sing in its choir for the first time in 900 years. Singing at the cathedral was originally done by monks, but later moved on to a choir of men and boys formed after the Reformation.
Miss California: The new family values spokeswoman?
As pageant officials review racy photos of Miss California Carrie Prejean and look into other possible violations of her contract, one Christian professor and specialist in sexuality issues is wondering why conservative and Christian groups are not proceeding with the same caution and instead giving her the platform.
Three Indian states report anti-Christian violence
Two incidents of assault and one incident of vandalism against Christians and their properties were reported by three Indian states this week.
Pope to be 'pilgrim of peace' in Middle East
The Pope says he is visiting the Middle East as a âpilgrim of peaceâ and that he wants the visit to âbear much fruitâ not only for Christians in the area but Jews and Muslims as well.
Tommy Walker releases new version of 'He knows my name'
Tommy Walker reveals his heart for children in need with a new rendition of his classic worship song, 'He knows my name'.
Call for prayer ahead of Tiananmen Square anniversary
Chinese Christian leaders have signed a statement calling for forgiveness, repentance and prayer ahead of the 20th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre next month.
Aid charity branches out in Scotland
Aid to the Church in Need is to open a new branch in Scotland that will act as a Scottish base for its work with persecuted and oppressed Christians around the world.
Cardinal calls on Berlusconi to set a better example
The Italian Prime Minister, Silvio Berlusconi, has been criticised by a senior figure in the Vatican for setting a bad example. Berlusconi, 72, is currently embroiled in a public divorce with his wife who accuses him of being too friendly with young girls and women.
Songs of Praise features Scottish Bible Society in bicentenary year
The BBC has chosen to feature the work of the Scottish Bible Society is in a special edition of Songs of Praise to be broadcast this Sunday.
African Archbishop backs Pope's condom comments
The Roman Catholic Churchâs most senior cleric in Nigeria has come out in support of the Pope following his recent comments against the use of contraception.