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Christians "Misused Scripture" to Defend Slavery, says Bishop

Bishop of Ripon and Leeds, the Rt Rev John Packer, has apologised in the House of Lords for the way in which Christians "misused Scripture" 200 years ago in order to defend slavery.

Church Resource Released to Help 'Break the Chains' of Sex Industry

A national alliance has called on Christian leaders to "challenge (their) church's perceptions on prostitution".

Europe Leadership Conference Calls Churches to be 'More Subversive'

The Church in Europe needs to respond to growing secularisation with intelligence, curiosity and a subversive mindset.

Christian Lawyers Support Change to Abortion Law

The Lawyers Christian Fellowship is calling on Christians to support a new Bill to amend the present abortion law so that women are more aware of the possible negative effects of the procedure on their physical and mental health.

Access to HIV and Aids Treatment Improving, says New Report

A new report shows a significant increase in the number of HIV and Aids sufferers with access to treatment in low and middle income countries.

Christian Aid Week Urges People to 'Go Green'

As Christian Aid Week approaches, the charity continues to encourage people of all ages to 'go green' by planting trees in support of the charity's overseas work on climate change projects.

'An Evening with Premier' to Feature Andy Flannagan

Premier Radio will host 'An Evening with Premier - Our God Reigns', featuring worship by Andy Flannagan and a message by Bible teacher Colin Urquhart.

Ecumenical Conference Acknowledges a 'New Europe'

Thousands of Christians from across Europe gathered in Stuttgart, Germany, on Thursday for one of the largest ecumenical gatherings on the continent.

Avalon Founding Member Says Goodbye

One of Christian music's most famous groups, Avalon, will say good bye to one of its founding members. Jody McBrayer, who has been with the band since it first began 12 years ago, will part ways with the musical foursome due to physical illness.

£1m Reward Offered for Missing Madeleine

A businessman has offered £1m for information leading to the safe return of missing British girl Madeleine McCann.

Blair Was a 'Conviction' Politician, say Christian Socialists

The Christian Socialist Movement has paid tribute to Prime Minister Tony Blair who announced on Thursday that he will step down from office on 27 June after 10 years in power.

Belper Salvation Army Provides Food for Thought

Belper Salvation Army has launched a new initiative to help those who find it difficult to get to church on a Sunday.

'Yes to Life; No to Abortion,' Pope Tells Brazilians

Pope Benedict XVI has addressed tens of thousands of young Catholics in Brazil, telling them to resist the temptations of wealth, power and other "snares of evil", and urging them to promote life from "its beginning to natural end".

'Yes to Life; No to Abortion,' Pope Tells Brazilians

Pope Benedict XVI has addressed tens of thousands of young Catholics in Brazil, telling them to resist the temptations of wealth, power and other "snares of evil", and urging them to promote life from "its beginning to natural end".

Integrity Invites Live Audience for New Worship Project

Integrity Music recently announced a new worship project to release in Europe. The New Sound of Worship will be recorded live at New Wine Church in Woolwich, with a live worshipping audience.

Belper Salvation Army Provides Food for Thought

Belper Salvation Army has launched a new initiative to help those who find it difficult to get to church on a Sunday.