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Anglican Communion Elects New Primate in Hong Kong
The Anglican Communion has announced that the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui has elected the Rt Rev Paul Kwong, Diocesan Bishop of Hong Kong Island, to be their next Archbishop, following the retirement of Archbishop Peter Kwong on 31 December 2006.
Third Day Collects Grammy Number Three
Grammy and Dove Award-winning rock band Third Day received its third career Grammy yesterday for the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) Gold certified Wherever You Are in the Pop Contemporary Gospel Album category.
Thousands to Follow Wilberforce as Modern-Day Slave Abolitionists
Amazing Grace Sunday will kick off 18 February as more than 2,500 churches and tens of thousands of individuals across the globe will commemorate the abolition of slavery in the British Empire.
World Ecumenical Head to Address Largest Christian Gathering in Asia
World Council of Churches (WCC) General Secretary, the Rev Dr Samuel Kobia will be the main speaker at the largest Christian gathering in Asia.
UK Ignorant of Sex Knowledge, Survey Reveals
A recent survey suggests that the public suffers a worrying lack of knowledge and understanding about sex, with confusion and misunderstandings over contraception in particular.
Church of England and German Lutheran Church Create Historic Bonds
Two clergymen are set to become the first ever Lutheran pastors to work for the Church of England this week.
Sentamu Calls for Justice and Reconciliation in Uganda
Thirty years after the brutal murder of his friend and mentor by the notorious Idi Amin, the Archbishop of York has called for an end to suffering and misery in Northern Uganda.
Research Finds Bishops Exerting More Political Influence in House of Lords
New research published by the public theology think tank Theos has revealed that bishops are playing an increasingly significant role in the House of Lords.
Soundcheck07, Tony Campolo to Encourage Youth to Pray for Environmental Injustice
Students are set to consider the issue of freedom and justice for the oppressed at Soundcheck 07, a forthcoming event by student prayer and campaign network SPEAK.
Soundcheck07, Tony Campolo to Encourage Youth to Pray for Environmental Injustice
Students are set to consider the issue of freedom and justice for the oppressed at Soundcheck 07, a forthcoming event by student prayer and campaign network SPEAK.
Fair Trade takes 'Global Journey' to Glasgow
The Fair Trade international partnership will take the message of fair trade to Scotland's largest city next month when its Global Journey hits Glasgow. Fair Trade will call for greater equity in international trade, promoting the ideals of fair trade in supporting poor and marginalised producers.
Anglican Heads Prepare for a Make-or-Break Summit
Most Anglican bishops in the Global South have already expressed their firm stance against homosexuality and made a call to resolve the issue soon. But the head of southern Africa is arguing for harmony and acceptance.
World Evangelical Alliance Launches Resource Site for 'Amazing Grace'
The World Evangelical Alliance, in partnership with Walden Media, is giving its full support to the abolition film, 'Amazing Grace: The William Wilberforce Story', scheduled for release in the United Kingdom on March 23.
Research Finds Bishops Exerting More Political Influence in House of Lords
New research published by the public theology think tank Theos has revealed that bishops are playing an increasingly significant role in the House of Lords.
Study Reveals Evangelism & Mission Picture for Europe Churches
The Community of Protestant Churches in Europe (CPCE) has published a study project on the Protestant contribution to mission by churches across Europe.