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A Life of Humility Remembered in Pope’s Vatican Funeral

The funeral of Pope John Paul II took place this morning and was watched by tens of thousands in the piazza, over 200 world leaders, and millions more across the globe. The emotional farewell to the Pope...

Outline of Funeral Rites for Pope John Paul

The funeral will start off with an intimate ceremony, attended only by the top Vatican prelates in St. Peter’s basilica, who place a pouch of silver and bronze medals and a scrolled account of his life in his coffin ...

Eritrea Grants Recognition to Protestant Sect at UNCHR but Denies Christian Persecution

Despite previous denials of religious persecution targeted against evangelical and Protestant Christians by the Eritrean government, Eritrea has dramatically announced the official recognition of a Protestant...

Archbishop Williams Represents Anglicans Worldwide at Pope’s Funeral

The world’s focus turned to the St. Peter’s Square this morning as the funeral for Pope John Paul II took place. Millions of people travelled from all across the world to take this final opportunity to pay tribute...

Pope John Paul II’s Funeral Commences with Millions Watching

The two and a half hour funeral Mass for Pope John Paul II has gotten underway in St Peter’s Square in Vatican City this morning, as tens of thousands of pilgrims and world leaders come together to pay their respects...

Pope’s Funeral One of The Largest in Church History

Pope John Paul II’s funeral has begun as tens of thousands of people jammed into the main boulevard to St Peter’s Square in the early hours of the morning. A huge spontaneous round of applause greeted the body of Pope John Paul II...

Tearfund Virtual Trade Justice 24-7 Prayer Zone Goes Global

As the Global Week of Action for Trade Justice approaches next week from 10th-16th April, churches, aid agencies and charities all around the world gear up to join in one voice calling for trade justice. Millions of people in 70 countries will participate in over thousand of events organised by local organisation.

Tearfund, a leading Christian-based charity in the UK, has responded to the campaign in a very special way. A virtual 24-7 prayer zone is being launched on Tearfund’s

Vatican Set for Pope John Paul II’s Funeral

As the funeral approaches Friday morning, scenes of thousands of pilgrims staking out their positions with sleeping bags and blankets have been seen in Rome...

Switchfoot Hosts Surf Contest for Homeless Children

San Diego surfers turned rockers Switchfoot will be hosting on May 14 the Switchfoot Bro-Am, a surf contest/concert event...

Church Sports Ministers Gather in England to Discuss Mission in Sport

The first international conference about sports ministry will be held in this unique conference at St Aldate's Church in Oxford from 13-16 April...

Spring Day of Encouragement

Date: Wed 18th May
Venue: Waverley Abbey House, Farnham, Surrey
Description: This day is designed to discover how God has mysterious purposes, even in the greatest of trials. Through the stories of two female biblical figures...

The 7 Laws of Spiritual Success

Date: Wed 20th April
Venue: Waverley Abbey House, Farnham, Surrey
Description: To discover: How to tap into the great spiritual laws God has built into the universe...

Spiritual Direction

Date: Mon 11th - Fri 15th April
Venue: Waverley Abbey House, Farnham, Surrey
Description: The five-day course is designed to equip people to help other people know and experience more of God. It will enable the participant to help someone...