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John Paul I Comes Closer to Sainthood
The first stages of the process to make the Pope John Paul I a saint of the Roman Catholic Church have been finalised over the weekend in the northern Italian town of Belluno.
Matt Redman to Release Beautiful News
British worship leader Matt Redman will release an all new studio album, Beautiful News via Sixstepsrecords on 26 December 2006. The worship-driven set is led by first single "You Never Let Go," already a top ten hit at adult contemporary Christian radio.
5,000 Kenyans Rally International Community on Climate Change
Thousands of people, including Christians, united in the streets of Nairobi at the weekend, to demand that the international community immediately tackle the global threat of climate change.
Christianity in Iraq Faces Bleak Future
The future of Christianity in Iraq remains uncertain as the country's Christian faithful continue to leave in droves. Now the Archbishop of Kirkuk is calling for an urgent meeting of Iraqi religious, political and intellectual leaders to discuss the plight of Christians in the troubled country today.
Head of Share Jesus International Defends Right to Wear Cross
The head of Share Jesus International has defended the right of individuals to wear their religious symbols in public and has urged Christians to stand by other faith groups in protecting basic religious rights.
Compassion International President Urges Sponsorship to Tackle Child Poverty
The Compassion International CEO and President, Wess Stafford, has spoken movingly of the abuse he suffered at the hands of his teachers and older pupils at the missionary school he attended in Africa as a child...
ACT International Brings Healing to Lebanon
The material and spiritual healing process is well under way in Lebanese towns and villages left battered by the summer conflict between Hezbollah and Israel as Christian organisations continue to play a vital role in reconstruction.
Youthwork Conference Wraps Up in Southport, Heads to Eastbourne
Youthwork the Conference wrapped up in Southport yesterday (10 to 12 November). The conference is now keen to inspire more youth workers in the upcoming gathering in Eastbourne, 17 to 19 November.
Archbishop of York Questions Muslim Veil
One of the most senior members in the Church of England has questioned the need for Muslim women in Britain to wear the veil. The Archbishop of York's comments follow recent controversy over
US Christian Organisations to Reach Out to Newly Elected Democrats
Christian organisations in the US are keen to reach out to newly elected Democrats following their resounding victory in last Tuesday's mid-term elections.
The Nativity Story to Premiere at the Vatican
New Line Cinema's The Nativity Story will become the first feature film ever to premiere at the Vatican on 26 November. Scheduled for release in the US on 1 December, the film will open worldwide throughout the month of December.
UN Holds Landmark Meeting with Ugandan Rebel Leader
The United Nations Humanitarian Chief, Jan Egeland, has held a landmark meeting with Ugandan rebel leader, Joseph Kony, in an attempt to boost peace talks in Africa.
Britain Honours War Dead
Millions of people joined in a two-minute silence Saturday to remember Britain's war dead. Across the country people will pay their prayerful respects in church services on Sunday.
Tearfund Welcomes New UN Water Proposal
Christian relief and development agency Tearfund has welcomed a new government-backed proposal announced last week that will tackle the "hidden emergency" of the world's growing water and sanitation crisis.
Britain Honours War Dead
Millions of people joined in a two-minute silence Saturday to remember Britain's war dead. Across the country people will pay their prayerful respects in church services on Sunday.
Tearfund Welcomes New UN Water Proposal
A new United Nations report that proposes urgent action on the global water and sanitation crisis has been welcomed by Christian relief and development agency Tearfund.