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Jerusalem Church Leaders Call for Return to 'Real Priorities' of Palestinians

In a message to the Palestinian people, Jerusalem church leaders have expressed their alarm at worsening relations between two main political parties, and are calling for an end to violence and an urgent return to the "real priorities" of Palestinians.

Methodist Church to Pray Non-Stop for Inter-Faith Relations

The Methodist Youth Conference has called on Methodist churches across Britain to pray non-stop in February for better inter-faith relations and an end to hostility towards faith groups.

Christian Evangelical Pastor Shot Dead in Sri Lanka

A Christian pastor has been shot dead by security forces in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, on 13 January, according to a report from the National Christian Evangelical Alliance of Sri Lanka (NCEASL).

Jars of Clay to Launch US Spring Tour

Multi-platinum selling, multi-Grammy Award winning Christian band Jars of Clay prepare to launch a spring schedule of shows throughout the United States and Canada this year, featuring special guests NEEDTOBREATHE.

World Evangelical Alliance Greets Ceasefire Agreements in Darfur

The World Evangelical Alliance has applauded the agreement reached this week by New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson and Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir to cease all hostilities between the Khartoum government and rebel groups for 60 days as they work toward a durable end to the conflict in Darfur.

Charities Speak Out on Ashley X Case

British disability charity, Scope, is trying to ensure that Britain will not allow mentally disabled children to be "frozen in time" to stop their bodies from developing to adult size, which recently happened in the US.

Operation Mobilisation Reports Successful 'Lights of London' Programme

People gathered from 12 different countries to take part in Operation Mobilisation's 'Lights of London' programme in December 2006.

Johnny Cash Family Testimony Features in Sister's Gospel

Joanne Cash, the sister of legendary singer Johnny Cash, will release her new album Gospel, in which she shares tales of her prolific music career and family.

Nigeria Church Warns of Schism in Anglican Communion

Leaders of the Anglican Church of Nigeria have warned the worldwide communion that they "cannot walk together" with provinces that do not repent of their departure from Scripture.

Reformed Churches Praise Orthodox Head for Contribution to Christian Unity

A delegation of leaders from the World Alliance of Reformed Churches (WARC) has praised Orthodox leader Bartholomew I for the contribution he has made to fostering Christian unity in Turkey.

Schools Criticised for Sending Kids Home

Conservatives and teaching unions criticised schools for sending home children who disregarded uniform rules. The Department for Education and Skills has warned heads against ordering pupils out of class to change their clothes.

Groundbreaking 'U2Charist' On Worldwide Stage

The popular Irish group's song "If God Will Share His Angels" has been turned into a hymn around the world since Episcopal priest Rev Paige Blair of St. George's Episcopal Church in York Harbor began using the music in her liturgical services last July.

Groundbreaking 'U2Charist' On Worldwide Stage

The popular Irish group's song "If God Will Send His Angels" has been turned into a hymn around the world since Episcopal priest Rev Paige Blair of St. George's Episcopal Church in York Harbor began using the music in her liturgical services.

Religious Freedom Day Highlights Blessings, Sufferings

A conservative Washington-based Christian group promoting religious freedom and democracy is calling on Christians to remember persecuted believers on Religious Freedom Day.

Matt Redman's New Project Critically Acclaimed in US

Following the release of popular British worship singer/songwriter Matt Redman's Beautiful News in the US, which was released 26 Dec., the album moved to the No. 4 spot on the respected sales indicator in its second week on the Billboard Top Heatseekers chart.