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Orissa's Christians still in hiding

As cold weather grips Orissa state, Christian leaders in India have expressed their shock at the revelation that there are still Christians hiding in forests to escape violence.

Church to pray for people with autism

Christians and other faith communities are being invited to pray for millions of people around the world with autism.

Gaza conflict taking its toll on civilians

As Israel’s assault on Hamas in the Gaza Strip continues, Christian groups are increasingly speaking out against the attacks on civilians and especially children, who make up more than half of the Gaza population.

World Vision warns of increasing trauma among Gaza's children

A World Vision study has revealed disturbingly high levels of trauma in Gaza's children, even before the latest outbreak of violence between Israel and Hamas.

Heartache and hope in Gaza

“The people are weeping – men, women and children are weeping. They are desperate to find ways to feed themselves, how to ensure their protection.”

Ellel set to launch new online school

Ellel Ministries is gearing up for a new way of training believers in 2009 with the launch of a brand new online school.

Rebecca St James: It's a new season

Grammy Award winning Christian singer, Rebecca St. James, closes 2008 with a successful new book added to her list of impressive credits.

Study sheds light on link between religion and self-control

Have New Year’s resolutions for 2009? If you’re religious, you’re probably more likely to keep them, according to a new study.

Salvation Army hostel manager receives MBE

The manager of a Salvation Army hostel has received an MBE for his services to the homeless.

India: Evangelical leader seeks prayers for peace

The Evangelical Fellowship of India has asked Christians to pray for a peaceful 2009 for India’s believers.

Vatican breaks from Italian law

The Vatican announced this week that it will no longer automatically adopt laws passed by the Italian Parliament.

Resolutions of the heart: Live generously, grow closer to God

As nice as being happier, healthier and wealthier are for New Year’s resolutions, the ministry of Billy Graham is encouraging people to see their goals for 2009 as “an attitude of the heart” rather than “tasks to accomplish”.

Julian Drive: My Coming Day

It was all supposed to be one of those independent projects, explains producer Lynn Nichols (Switchfoot, Phil Keaggy). But then something happened.

Police investigate Christmas Day attack on church minister

Police are investigating an attack on a Church of Scotland minister on Christmas Day.

Christian Aid chair makes New Year’s Honours List

Prison inspector and Christian Aid chair Anne Owers has been made a dame in recognition of her services to the criminal justice service.

People, not material wealth, are the real treasure - Archbishop of Canterbury

Job losses and house repossessions brought on by the financial crisis are an opportunity for people to think about where their treasure truly lies