Anne Thomas
Tearfund Talks About Hidden Emergency in Poor Countries
Christian relief agency Tearfund noted at a fringe meeting at the Labour Party Conference in Manchester this week that the billions of people in the developing world without access to clean water and latrines represent a "hidden emergency".
New Prayer Event for Young Adults in London
A new prayer event for young adults (16-30) will be launched 5 October, at St Andrew's, Holborn Circus, London. Rt Rev Richard Chartres, Anglican Diocese of London said...
Christians Embark on 30 Days Muslim Prayer Focus
Christians will be asking God to help Muslims accept Jesus in a campaign called the ''30 Days Muslim Prayer Focus.'' Organised by evangelical groups that include Youth With A Mission, which works in about 150 countries, the National Association of Evangelicals in the United States is asking the thousands of churches and ministries it represents to participate.
Prince Charles Could be Crowned in Multifaith Ceremony
Prince Charles could be crowned king in a multifaith ceremony, a senior church official has recently revealed.
Thousands Mourn as Executed Indonesian Christians are Buried
Thousands of mourners gathered Sunday for the burial of three Christian militants who were executed for attacks on Muslims during sectarian strife six years ago.
EU Leaders Should Support Pope, says European Commission President
Following the Pope's controversial comments about Islam, the European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso said yesterday that more European leaders should have spoken out in support of the Pope, who was slammed by the public.
Anti-Gay Bishops Vote to Split Evangelical Church
A new church structure has been created yesterday for evangelicals in the United States who oppose homosexuality, initiated by leaders of the Anglican Church's conservative wing.
Students Look to Fight Global Issues with Christian Aid
Christian Aid is raising the next generation of high-energy campaigners and development workers with its Pressurepoints scheme, now in its second year. The scheme works by
Christian Aid Looks Back at Annual IMF and World Bank Meeting
Christian Aid has led a boycott by civil society groups of this year's annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank (WB) in Singapore as authorities there continue to ban their representatives from entering the country.
Darfur Mandate Only a First Step, says Christian Aid
Christian Aid has welcomed African Union's (AU) decision to extend the mandate of its peacekeeping force in Darfur, Sudan, until the end of the year.
Christian Aid Determined to 'Make Poverty History'
Following last week's decision by the UK government to withhold £50 million of its contribution to the World Bank, Christian Aid rejoiced, but has called out on international development secretary, Hilary Benn, to go further.
Police Patrol London Churches and Mosques Following Pope's Comments
Police officers are patrolling churches and mosques in London to provide reassurance in the wake of Pope Benedict's comments about Islam.
Indonesian Christians to be Executed
Three Indonesian Christian militants sentenced to death for attacks on Muslims in 2000 are due to be executed on Thursday or Friday, as thousands of Christians protest.
Millions Bid Farewell to 'Crocodile Hunter' Irwin
There were tears, laughter and music as more than 5,000 people, including the prime minister, have said farewell to "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin at a memorial service at Irwin's Australia Zoo in Beerwah.
Al Gore, Christian Organisations Call for Immediate Action Against Global Warming
Former Vice President of the U.S. Al Gore called Monday for immediate action to stop global warming, calling the phenomenon a "climate crisis" that demands attention from American leaders.
Bishop of Bolton Concerned About Halloween 'Climate Fear'
The Bishop of Bolton Retailers claimed that those who sell traditional Halloween merchandise, such as scary masks, are creating a 'climate of fear'.