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Evangelical support on the up for McCain
Christian evangelicals and conservatives are not only largely supporting Republican candidate John McCain, but their support has actually increased, according to a newly released survey.
Rick Warren expresses concern in 'white space' debate
Expressing concerns that unlicensed wireless devices would interfere with church services, megachurch pastor Rick Warren has urged the US Federal Communications Commission to not open up television "white spaces" for unlicensed use.
Iraqi Christians begin to return to Mosul
Christians have begun to return home to the Iraqi city of Mosul as attacks against them over recent days have calmed.
Lichfield churches extend international mission links
Churches in the Diocese of Lichfield have welcomed a new international mission partnership with the Diocese of Singapore. The new agreement was enthusiastically endorsed by members of the Lichfield Diocesan Synod at the weekend.
Apostleship of the Sea trustee to cycle sea to sea
Hot on the heels of Apostleship of the Sea Chairman, Eamonn Delaney's 100K fundraising trek from the Mediterranean Sea to the Sea of Galilee his fellow trustee, David Savage has decided to bike from the Irish Sea to the North Sea in a day.
Ugandan churches concerned over final peace agreement
Guns have fallen silent in northern Uganda since the signing of a permanent ceasefire. Yet, church leaders are worried about the rebel Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) delaying the signature of the final peace agreement, they told an international ecumenical delegation visiting the country.
Eritrean Government supporters assault human rights activists
Eritrean Government supporters in Rome have assaulted eight human rights protestors, seriously injuring an Italian woman, who was taken to hospital by ambulance.
Zimbabwe rapidly deteriorating, warns Methodist Church
The Methodist Church has warned that the humanitarian crisis in Zimbabwe is set to worsen in the next few months.
WEA GA closes with renewed commitment to global evangelisation
More than 500 senior evangelical leaders renewed their commitment to taking the Gospel to the ends of the earth after five days of intensive meetings and vision setting in Pattaya, Thailand.
Jesuit priests found murdered in Moscow
Two Jesuit priests have been found murdered in Moscow. The bodies of Jesuit Fathers Otto Messmer, 47, and Victor Betancourt, 42, who worked at Moscow's Church of St Louis de France, were found in an apartment late on Tuesday.
Insurer offers guidelines for safe Bonfire Night
Congregational & General is urging all churches planning public firework displays to ensure everyone not only enjoys themselves, but also goes home safe and sound.
Faithworks searches for inspirational Christian community projects
Christian community projects in the UK are invited to apply for one of three £5000 grants in the Faithworks Awards 2008/9, being launched today.
Hollywood celebs throw weight behind same-sex marriage provision
The industry often criticised for its role in funneling sex, violence, and profanity into American society and overseas is stepping up its efforts to defeat the ballot initiative that would ban same-sex marriage in California.
World Evangelical Alliance makes strides in faithful witness to Gospel
The World Evangelical Alliance has excelled in the last six years in presenting the world with a credible and faithful witness of the Gospel, says its international director.
Michael W Smith releases third worship album
Michael W Smith released his 21st career album, A New Hallelujah, this week.
Churches announce new Fresh Expressions team leaders
The Archbishops of Canterbury and York and the Methodist Church have announced that the Fresh Expressions initiative is to continue for a further period of five years.