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Internet Evangelism Day Team Launches Online Self-Assessment Tool
The Internet Evangelism Day team has recently launched an online self-assessment tool, as churches become increasingly concerned with how to communicate well to outsiders through their websites.
Second Racism Row Hits Channel 4
A second racism row has been stirred on a Channel 4 reality show after one contestant said she supported slavery. Gap year student Lucy Buchanan, 18, is taking part in Shipwrecked, where two teams on desert islands compete to win a £70,000 prize.
Security Tightens After Shoot-Out with Muslim Extremists in Indonesia
Security in Indonesia has tightened after 11 people were killed in a shoot-out during a hunt for Muslim extremists. It is believed that several of the suspects are related to reported anti-Christian attacks in Poso.
Church of England Releases Latest Attendance Figures
New figures released by the Church of England for 2005 show a mixed picture for trends in church attendance with smaller Sunday congregations, but more children and young people taking part in parish worship.
Archbishops Wade Further into Gay Adoption Debate
The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have warned Prime Minister Tony Blair not to bring in legislation that may make religious people feel unable to undertake public service if it goes against their consciences.
US Christian Reality Show 'Gifted' to Air This Week
A US-based Christian reality TV show 'Gifted' will air this week on Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN). Commonly compared with 'American Idol', the show will feature 16,000 contestants, 8 finalists, 3 judges, and 1 winner.
New Institute for Christian Ethics to Open in Cambridge
A new Institute for Christian Ethics, promoting the study and understanding of faith in relation to public life, is being launched this week in Cambridge.
Latest Faith-Based Diet Books Go Beyond the Veggies
The latest crop of faith-based diet books are moving outside the realm of food and exercise, and proclaiming a more holistic approach...
Cardinal Tells Blair of Opposition to Gay Adoption
The head of the Roman Catholic Church in England and Wales has voiced concerns over the Sexual Orientation Regulations, fearing that Catholic adoption agencies will be forced to place children with homosexual couples.
Brian Littrell to Host Christian Reality Show 'Gifted' This Week
As the demand for popular reality talent shows like The X Factor and American Idol continues to rise, Christians in the US have taken a lead on a similar show called 'Gifted', which will air this week on Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN).
Christian Grandmother in High Court over Abortion Campaign
A Christian grandmother is going to the High Court Tuesday 23 January to clarify the law on her human rights and free speech, after she was convicted under the Malicious Communications Act 1988 for trying to "educate" pharmacists who dispensed the 'morning after pill'...
New Institute for Christian Ethics to Open in Cambridge
A new Institute for Christian Ethics, promoting the study and understanding of faith in relation to public life, is being launched this week in Cambridge.
'British Values' Emphasised in Schools Following Big Brother Row
In light of the Celebrity Big Brother row over racism, Education Secretary Alan Johnson noted that schools should do more to teach core "British values".
Bible Society Releases BBC's 'Miracles of Jesus' Study Materials
The Miracles of Jesus, one of the BBC's most lavish religious documentary-drama series to date, has now been made available to churches, youth group leaders and home groups together with extensive study and discussion materials.
Teenagers Choose Parents Over David Beckham
The Scout Association has found that British teenagers look up to their parents as better role models than celebrities like David Beckham or Pete Doherty in a survey of more than 1,000 13 to 18-year-olds. A large number those questioned had 'highly positive attitudes' towards their family with parents and siblings ranked the most positive influences.
First UK Tour for Irish Singing Legend in Six Years
Irish singing sensation and gospel singer Moya Brennan recently announced her first UK tour in six years. This follows the release of her album Signature, which is described as her most personal, revealing and engaging album to date.