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New Bible Studies with Music Videos and Bands
Big Shiny Planet, a six-week Bible study for student ministry led through music and video, will present a lesson based on songs from an artist or band..
Christian Solidarity Worldwide Appoints Jonathan Aitkin as Honorary President
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has announced its new Honorary President this week to be Jonathan Aitken. The former Cabinet Minister, who is also an author, journalist and graduate in theology...
Archbishop Williams Embarks on China Trip
The visit, which starts Sunday, "is intended to provide a deeper understanding of the Christian communities in China and the varied context in which it is developing...
UN Appeals to North Korea over Nuclear Test
The United Nations has warned North Korea of unspecified consequences if it goes ahead with a planned nuclear weapon test. The formal statement of warning came three days after Pyongyang announced that it would carry out
Northern Ireland Politicians Meet Old Firm Clubs to Tackle Sectarianism
Unionist and nationalist politicians from Northern Ireland were in Scotland this week to meet with Glasgow's Old Firm clubs and the Scottish Executive to find out how they are tackling the widespread problem of sectarianism among the teams' Scottish and Northern Ireland-based fans.
Could Forgiveness Lead to Healthier Lives?
A director of pastoral care in Cancer Treatment Centers in America (CTCA) has spoken of his experiences with cancer patients in a recent serminar on Forgiveness, Washington, DC...
Edinburgh Presbytery Backs Proposals to Bless Gay Couples
The Edinburgh Presbytery of the Church of Scotland has become the first to vote in favour of new proposals that will give the go ahead to ministers to bless gay couples.
Three New eTracts Released by Olive Tree Software
eTracts are Bible Tools for your PDA, that allow programmers and designers to present a Gospel message in fun, new ways. Three new ones are being released by Olive Tree Software...
Moya Brennan Back from Brazil, Readies to Release New Album
Irish legend Moya Brennan recently returned from a visit to South and Central America during which she performed fund raising concerts as part of her role as Goodwill Ambassador for Christian Blind Mission (CBM).
Amish Community Buries Victims of School Shooting
A mournful silence hung over Nickel Mines in Pennsylvania yesterday as four of the five victims of Monday's horrific Amish school shooting were laid to rest.
Moya Brennan Back from Brazil, Readies to Release New Album
Irish legend Moya Brennan recently returned from a visit to South and Central America during where she performed fund raising concerts as part of her role as Goodwill Ambassador for Christian Blind Mission (CBM).
Church of England to Appoint First Urban Faith and Life Bishop
Urban mission is set for revival as the Church of England appointed its first bishop to oversee the implementation of the Church's Faithful Cities report.
Amish Community Buries Victims of School Shooting
The Amish community of Nickel Mines in Pennsylvania was subdued by their grief yesterday as four of the five victims of Monday's schoolhouse shooting were laid to rest. A final victim will be buried later today.
Steel Cross Moved from Ground Zero to Church
A cross-shaped steel beam that survived the 2001 World Trade Centre terrorist attack in New York was moved Thursday from Ground Zero to a nearby church, accompanied by victims' families, clergy and construction workers.
Christian Aid to Highlight Development Issues at London Film Festival
Christian Aid has welcomed the number of films highlighting development issues at this year's The Times BFI 50th London Film Festival.
United Methodist Church to Boost Alcohol and Drug Abuse Ministries in US
Alcohol and drug abuse ministries are set to be expanded across United Methodist Church denominations in the U.S. thanks to a new training programme it has co-developed to equip pastors and lay leaders in tackling the problem head on.