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Methodists in Brazil for start of Street Child World Cup

A group of Methodists have flown over to Brazil for the Street Child World Cup, which kicks off today in Rio de Janeiro.

Brian Houston hits back at claims he believes God and Allah are the same

The senior pastor of Hillsong Church has released a statement countering allegations that he believes Muslims and Christians worship the same God.

Former Bishop of Lewes charged with sexual offences

The former Bishop of Gloucester and Bishop of Lewes is to be prosecuted for sexual offences committed against a young boy and man while in office.

Pope Francis and President Obama meet for the first time

Religious freedom, human trafficking and respect for humanitarian and international law in areas of conflict were among the subjects discussed by the two leaders

Archbishop's Evangelism Task Group meets for the first time

The Archbishop of Canterbury's keenness to focus on evangelism has been highlighted this week as his Task Force met for the first time at Lambeth Palace on Monday.

Church opens up discussion on vision and strategy for growth

The Church in Wales is inviting members to share their thoughts on where it should be going and what its priorities should be for the coming years.

Abseiling to work on York Minster [PHOTO]

Abseiling conservationists could be seen hard at work on the side of York Minster last week.

Pope tells mafia to repent or face hell

The Pope has chided the mafia for committing acts of evil and chasing after earthly power and wealth.

Steve Chalke: I am an evangelical, I don't want to give up that

The pastor, writer and speaker responds to critics over his reading of Scripture

Clergy happiness: 'It's the faith and hope that keep us going'

Clergy apparently have the most job satisfaction of any profession

Parliament celebrates 20 years of women in the Church of England

MPs express desire to see women appointed bishops sooner rather than later

Church of England attendance remains stable

The Church of England today released its attendance statistics for 2012, revealing no significant change in levels of attendance over the last 10 years.

Cathedrals to receive Â£20m for urgent repairs

A new Â£20m fund has been announced in the Chancellor's Budget today to help cathedrals foot the cost of urgent repairs.

Beating off the loan sharks together

A new centre opened in an East Durham church hall this week will help people access a credit union instead of turning to ruthless loan sharks.

Mark Driscoll apologises for being 'angry young prophet'

Megapastor Mark Driscoll has responded to a recent wave of criticism with a statement in which he contends "my angry young prophet days are over".

Letting actions speak louder than words in Pakistan

Bishop Tony Robinson and Canon Yuqub Masih visited Gojra in Pakistan to promote interfaith relations and foster unity between Christians and Muslims.