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US evangelicals split over whether Islam is 'violent'
More than half of evangelical Christians (52 per cent) view Islam as "essentially a violent religion," a new report from Barna Group reveals, though only about a quarter (26 per cent) of all American adults feel the same way.
G8 leaders urged to address sexual violence against children
With the Syria crisis and tensions over North Korea dominating G8 talks in London today, World Vision is urging foreign ministers to address "forgotten" child victims of rape and sexual violence in conflict.
Jesus healed with a non-judgemental spirit
"We must not forget the spirit with which Jesus healed the people," says public health specialist Karen Sichinga
Christians voice concerns about mining
Countries struggling with debt are increasingly looking to the extraction of natural resources to balance their books at the risk of damaging the environment, a church-run gathering has heard.
Christians welcome global arms treaty
Christian organisations have commended the United Nations for passing the global Arms Trade Treaty.
Iraq's Christian exodus could be repeated in Syria
The World Evangelical Alliance's human rights ambassador has warned that Christians are being "chased from their homes" in Syria.
Sri Lanka: 'Sudden increase' in violence against Christians
There were 10 anti-Christian incidents in Sri Lanka in March, according to Barnabas Fund.
Over 100 million dream of life in US
There are 138 million people around the world today aspiring to live in the US permanently
Religious affiliation growing
Global statistics upending usual picture of Christianity trends
Educating men and boys 'key' to preventing violence against women
A Christian campaigner against domestic violence says faith groups must lead the way in educating men and boys.