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Call for Muslim States to Apologise for Slave Trade
Islamic and Christian historians have called for a number of Muslim states to apologise for their part in the slave trade during a live radio debate.
US Christian Band Soars in Japan Radio Chart
Sensational Christian rock band Leeland's debut album, Sound of Melodies, hit stores across Japan last week. During the same week, the band's current single on the International Chart of Japan Radio, "Sound of Melodies", jumped from No. 17 to No. 6.
Online Church to Launch Ground-Breaking Service for BBC Radio
St Pixels, an online church, launched a new church environment and a ground-breaking service towards Easter for BBC Radio 4's Sunday Worship.
Church of Ireland Fails to Appoint New Bishop
The Church of Ireland Episcopal Electoral College for Connor Diocese has failed to appoint a new Bishop of Connor.
North Korea Admits to Serious Food Shortages
World Food Programme official calls for international donors to increase funding as North Korea admits to critical food shortages.
Protester Disrupts Westminster Abbey Slave Abolition Service
A protester disrupted a service marking the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade at Westminster Abbey yesterday. Campaigner Toyin Agbetu, 39, stood in front of the altar shouting demands for an apology at the Queen and Prime Minister Tony Blair at the Westminster Abbey commemoration.
Indian Church Closed Down for Singing Too Loudly
The US-based persecution watchdog International Christian Concern (ICC) has learned of three attacks earlier this month on Christians in Kerala, generally considered a safe-haven for Christians because of the large Christian minority there.
Christians Voice Alarm as Parliament Votes on Casino Licences
The leader of the Christian Peoples Alliance group on Newham Council has called for Christians to continue praying that parliament does not approve a new casino licence at a vote taking place today, 28 March 2007, Commons and Lords.
Protester Disrupts Westminster Abbey Slave Abolition Service
A protester disrupted a service marking the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade at Westminster Abbey yesterday.
Godfather of Gospel to Celebrate Music and Ministry with Friends
Nine-time Grammy winner Andrae Crouch will celebrate his years of music and ministry with a gala weekend of festivities. Universally known for his classic songs that have been recorded by artists as diverse as Elvis Presley and Destiny's Child...
Report Documents Persecution & Rape Atrocities in Burma
A new report documenting the use of rape against ethnic women in Burma was launched this week as the country's regime marked "Armed Forces Day".
Amazing Grace Hits Number Six in UK Film Charts
Amazing Grace grossed more than £430,000 at the box office in just three days during the weekend, grabbing the sixth position in the UK film charts.
Indian Church Closed Down for Singing Too Loudly
Authorities in the state of Kerala in India have closed down a church for singing too loudly, sparking fears of further crackdowns in what is considered to be a Christian-friendly state.
Premier Listeners Send 9,000 Bibles to Persecuted Christians in Iraq
Nine thousand local language Bibles are headed for persecuted Christians in Iraq after a new campaign by Premier Radio and Open Doors raised £45,000.
Bono to Host 'Your Voice Against Poverty' Concert at G8 Summit
U2's frontman Bono will be heading a group of renowned singers as they perform an alternative programme at the Group of Eight (G8) Summit, concert organisers announced.
Norwegian Church Calls for Greater Commitment to Green Strategy
The Lutheran Church in Norway has urged the country's government to accelerate its green strategy, warning of the damage climate change is already doing to the southern hemisphere.