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CARE Welcomes Decision to Close Amsterdam Brothels

CARE, a leading Christian social policy charity, has this week welcomed the decision taken by Amsterdam's City Council to revoke or refuse licences for 33 sex clubs operating in the city.

Rick Warren Works with US Senators to Combat AIDS

Although megachurch pastor Rick Warren didn't care much about AIDS for 20 years, he told listeners at the 2006 Global Summit on AIDS and the Church that through his wife, he was able to open his eyes to something new four years ago.

Norman Kember to Reunite with Iraq Hostages for Statement on Captors' Trial

The fellow hostages of Norman Kember, who were held together in Iraq earlier this year, will arrive in the UK this week to issue a statement on their alleged captors, who are facing the death penalty in the Middle East...

UK's Top Religious Leaders Unite for Pre-Christmas Pilgrimage to Bethlehem

Ahead of Christmas, a coalition of religious leaders are set to embark on a pilgrimage to Bethlehem, spearheaded by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Rev Dr Rowan Williams.

Students Consult Lawyers After Refusal to Reinstate Exeter Christian Union

Christian students at Exeter University are to consult legal experts following the decision by the Student Guild at Exeter University not to reinstate the Christian Union as a student union society with full rights and privileges.

Religious Leaders, Charities Call on Government to End UK Poverty by 2020

The National Poverty Hearing, the first gathering of its kind for 10 years, will "challenge the myth that poverty is not real in the UK", organisers said. The event takes place today at the Westminster Central Hall.

Medical Ministers Bring Healing and Hope to Lebanon

A team of medical ministers with HCJB World Radio have brought healing and hope to victims of the Israeli-Hezbollah conflict as they remain spiritually scarred and physically in need.

Controversial Christian Video Game Could be Christmas Bestseller

Despite criticism from Muslims and secularists, a controversial video game that depicts a crusade of violence by Christians could be heading for the bestseller charts this Christmas.

Christians Call on Chinese Government to Protect North Korean Refugees

North Korea Freedom Coalition and Open Doors UK have led concerned Christians in a worldwide prayer vigil and protest in solidarity with North Korean refugees who are being repatriated by China.

Church of Scotland Moderator Meets British Airways Over Cross

The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, the Rt Rev Alan McDonald, has met with the General Counsel of British Airways over the cross debacle.

Habitat for Humanity Gains Support from Christmas E-Cards

International Christian housing charity, Habitat for Humanity has launched a new website to build the Christmas spirit and help combat poverty housing.

Lutheran World Federation President Reminds Believers of God's Desire for Peace

The President of the Lutheran World Federation, Bishop Mark S. Hanson, has issued his Christmas message for 2006 in which he reminds believers of God's desire for peace on earth as revealed through the birth of Christ.

Lutheran World Federation President Reminds Believers of God's Desire for Peace

The head of the Lutheran World Federation has reminded Christians of God's desire for peace and reconciliation in his Christmas message for 2006. Bishop Mark S. Hanson said that

Beautiful Awakening for Stacie Orrico

Christian pop sensation Stacie Orrico will release her new album Beautiful Awakening, which will hit stores 16 January 2007. Album producers include Dallas Austin, Dwayne Bastiany, KayGee and The Underdogs and writing duties are performed by notable songwriters like Shekspear, Track & Field, Anthony Dent, newcomer Novel and Orrico herself.

Churches Hit Hard by Philippines Typhoon

Churches in the Philippines face a hard time rebuilding their ministries and centres after Typhoon Durian devastated entire villages and communities last week, killing as many as 1,000 people.

Archbishop Questions Morality of Trident

The Archbishop of Canterbury has questioned the need, legality and morality of updating Britain's Trident nuclear deterrent. On Monday, Tony Blair outlined plans to spend up to £20bn on a new generation of submarines for Trident missiles, telling MPs it would be "unwise and dangerous" to give up nuclear weapons.