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Jesse Jackson: Rhys Killer Should be Named
The Rev Jesse Jackson has called on the people harbouring the killer of 11-year-old Rhys Jones to come forward.
US Presbyterian Minister Guilty of 'Marrying' Lesbian Couples
A judicial commission of the largest Presbyterian denomination in the US has found a minister guilty of violating Church law for performing same-sex ceremonies for two lesbian couples, officials said last Friday.
US to Discipline Top Pentagon Officers for Endorsing Christianity
Seven high-ranking US officers, including four generals, could face discipline for what the Pentagon considers their promotion of Christianity.
Religious Leaders Highlight Critical Role of Faith-Based Efforts in Aids Battle
Religious leaders at the recent International Interfaith Conference on HIV and Aids in Sri Lanka pledged to fight against the deadly virus by utilising their places of worship, educational and available health facilities.
China Intensifies Clampdown of 'Illegal' Church Activities
China has witnessed an increase in the number of "illegal" Christian groups who have been arrested across the country after a crackdown ordered by the Chinese Government last month, reports a leading Chinese persecution watchdog.
First Vatican Charter Flight Service Takes Off
The first-ever Roman Catholic flight service is set to take off today, as a senior Vatican cardinal prepares to inaugurate the low-cost charter flight service.
Metal Thieves Strike Again - Stealing Church Bell from Rooftop
Thieves have climbed to the top of a church in Kent to steal one of its bells.
Historic Church to Re-Open After 20 Years - For Just Two Days
The 18th Century Saint John's Church, which has stood empty and derelict in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent for the past 20 years, is to re-open its doors for the first time since it was declared redundant in 1988.
Lambeth Conference 2008 Inspires International Missions in England
Mission teams from south east Asia, Canada, South Africa and Germany will descend on England's West Midlands in June next year for a series of local evangelistic missions ahead of the 2008 Lambeth Conference.
Concern over 'Public Benefit' Test of Christian Charities
Christians lawyers are urging Christian organisations to express their concern over a number of ongoing Government consultations questioning the 'public benefit' of Christian charities.
GFA: India Bombings an 'Opportunity' to Share Christ's Love
"We must be agents of peace and Christ's compassion," says the head of Gospel for Asia in the wake of Saturday's bomb blasts in the Indian city of Hyderabad.
Anglican Church is Supporting Peru Earthquake Victims
The tiny Anglican Diocese of Peru has been feeding up to 6,000 people a day since a massive earthquake hit the region last week, claiming more than 500 lives.
Norway: Christians and Muslims Sign Declaration on Religious Freedom
Christians and Muslims in Norway sign joint declaration on religious freedom and the freedom to convert.
Switchfoot Announces New Tour, Partnership
The newly independent Switchfoot announced their fall tour plans with Relient K, along with a new partnership with Habitat for Humanity for the tour.
Second Motor Trek for Orphanage Project
Audio Adrenaline's Mark Stuart went on a 3000 mile motorcycle trek across the US in 2005, raising over $65,000 for the Hands & Feet Project, an orphanage in Haiti created by the band.
16,000 Gather for Greenbelt '07
Up to 16,000 people have gathered at Cheltenham Racecourse as the Greenbelt Festival takes place over the Bank Holiday weekend.