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Working for peace in South Sudan
World Vision's David Thomson speaks to Christian Today about his hopes for the future stability of South Sudan
EU should be more open to Syrian refugees - bishop
Bishop Patrick Lynch is calling on the UK and other European governments to "find a way in which countries within the EU can receive at least some of the refugees" who have fled Syria as a result of the escalating violence.
Men more likely to stick to diets and fitness regimes than women
Though it is women who are often accused of being obsessive dieters, men are actually more likely to achieve their weight loss goals
Mission to Seafarers looks to increase efficiency
An international maritime welfare charity caring for those who work at sea has announced a "strategic reorganisation" to regionalise its efforts and increase efficiency.
Vatican calls for Syria ceasefire
The Vatican has called for an unconditional ceasefire in Syria as it reconfirmed its commitment to establishing peace and reconciliation in the Middle Eastern nation.
Pope's Harley Davidson to be sold at auction
The Pope's motorcycle is to go on sale as part of Rétromobile week at the Bonhams Paris sale this February.
Rowan Williams: fairytale wedding pressures putting 'tragic' strain on marriages
Rowan Williams has spoken out against the trend of expensive "fantastical" weddings which he claims is threatening the future of marriages.
Poverty and Homeless Action Week: churches to stand for justice
The rise of food banks and increasing media coverage on Government welfare initiatives has particularly highlighted issues of poverty and injustice in the UK over the past twelve months.
Compassion gives water of life to vulnerable children
Over 1.1 billion people across the globe don't have access to clean water, which equates to about an eighth of the global population.
The 'unselfie' â bucking the selfish trend
A passion for others and for needs beyond ourselves is so often missing in the deluge of me-driven social media posts
Could the church offer a fun and alcohol-free alternative to boozy nights out?
As young people seek an alternative to the drunken Friday night out, there could be a real opportunity for the church to open its doors in radical ways
Dennis Rodman forgiven for outburst against imprisoned Christian Kenneth Bae
The family of Kenneth Bae have accepted the apology from former NBA star Dennis Rodman following an outburst in which he suggested that Korean-American Christian may deserve his imprisonment in North Korea.
Clean water: an unlikely obstacle to Bible translation
A new clean water system at the Bible translation centre in the Democratic Republic of Congo has given fresh life to its work.
Nepal: Christian homes and church in arson attack
A church building and the homes of four Christian converts in a Nepal village were set alight on December 23.
Life as a minister's wife
A former BBC radio producer is to feature in a documentary that explores the role of ministers' wives in Scotland.
Salvation Army urges government to address gambling addiction
The Salvation Army has described betting shops and gambling machines as "a problem which demands action"