Anne Thomas
Saddam Hussein Executed
Saddam Hussein has been executed by hanging at a secure facility in northern Baghdad for crimes against humanity. The execution took place just before 0600 local time (0300GMT), according to Iraqi TV. A representative of the prime minister and a Sunni Muslim cleric were present.
Anglican Head Regrets Lack of Action Against Iraq War
The Archbishop of Canterbury expressed regret at not doing more to oppose the Iraq war. Dr Rowan Williams said that taking a stronger position before the invasion may have made a difference, according to BBC Radio 4's Today programme.
World Vision Highlights Emotional Effect of Tsunami Two Years On
International relief agency World Vision recently challenged television presenter Anneka Rice to visit Sri Lanka where people are still recovering from the impact of the Asian Tsunami, one of the world's most devastating disasters.
Over 21,000 Students to Attend Christian Conference in New Year
With more than 21,000 students from 31 countries registered, Passion Conferences' Passion 07 readies to launch in Atlanta, Georgia, for college students around the world in the start of the new year.
Matt Redman Launches Beautiful News in US
British worshipper/songwriter Matt Redman launched his new album Beautiful News in the US yesterday in the midst of rave reviews.
Clinton Hires Evangelical Consultant for Presidential Campaign
An "evangelical consultant" has been hired by Hillary Clinton to help attract Christian conservatives in her likely 2008 presidential campaign.
Queen Urges People to Bridge Young and Old Generation
Dressed in a spring green outfit, the Queen urged people on Christmas day to bridge the generation gap between the young and old.
Christian Boy Banned from Christmas Party
A seven-year old mentally challenged boy was banned from attending his school's Christmas party after his parents did not allow him to take part in the school's Hindu celebrations.
Poles Continue to Boost Congregations in Britain
Poland's Catholic bishops are drawing up guidelines for pastoral care of church members in Britain and Ireland as thousands of Poles venture abroad in the wake of Poland's admission to the European Union in 2004.
Methodist Church Provides Public with Peace Booklet this Christmas
A thought provoking booklet provided by the Methodist Church will be handed out to people in health clubs, play centres and bars to think about peace this Christmas.
Queen to Speak About Faith and Dialogue in Christmas Speech
Buckingham Palace has revealed that the Queen's Christmas Day speech will focus on the relationship between different generations.
Christian Aid Tsunami Report Two Years On
International relief agency Christian Aid has so far built more than 20,000 new permanent homes and helped more than 185,000 people back to work, following the devastating Asian tsunami two years ago.
Christian Children's Fund Continues Reconstruction for Asia Tsunami
The Christian Children's Fund (CCF) has completed the second phase of a three-year programme of recovery and reconstruction at the second year anniversary of the Asia Tsunami.
Korean Christians Divided Over Controversial Law
Tensions grew Wednesday when Christian groups in Korea protested against the government as they called for a revision to the private school law enacted in July, which they claim has reduced their mission schools' autonomy.
Unique Bible Podcast Receives 2.5 Million Downloads
A unique bible podcast has received over 2.5 million downloads since its launch in January 2006. Since June, Daily Audio Bible has consistently been in the iTunes' Top 15 Religious Podcasts, spending the majority of it's time in the Top 10 and going as high as #2.
Passion Conference Encourages Students to 'Do Something Now'
More than 21,000 students from 31 countries have already registered for Passion Conferences' Passion 07, a four-day indoor gathering in Atlanta for college students from around the nation and world 1 -4 January 2007.