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Pope Francis is an 'inspired choice'
Catholic leaders in the UK have spoken of their delight over the election of Pope Francis.
White smoke billows: Argentina's Jorge Mario Bergoglio elected Pope
Jorge Mario Bergoglio, Archbishop of Buenos Aires, has been elected as the new Pope.
Christians unite against corruption
Corruption is the dishonest, fraudulent conduct of power. It's also the abuse of public influence. The Exposed 2013 Global Campaign is unifying Christians around the world to lift the lid on all forms of global corruption.
Methodist Church to review safeguarding
The Methodist Church is undertaking a comprehensive review of every safeguarding matter it has dealt with over the past sixty years in order to learn the lessons of the past.
Iran: Detained Christians face exorbitant bail demands
Five members of the Church of Iran denomination appeared before a judge at the 14th Branch of the Revolutionary Court in Shiraz, Fars Province on March 10 and were handed exorbitant bail terms.
Fuller announces Mark Labberton as next president
The Fuller Theological Seminary Board of Trustees has announced Dr Mark Labberton as the seminary's fifth president, beginning on 1 July.
Christians hope for peace and stability under new Kenyan President
Amongst their first formal meetings as President and Deputy President-elect of Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta and William Ruto on Tuesday met senior religious leaders, even ahead of meeting outgoing President Mwai Kibaki.
Libyan authorities release imprisoned Copts
Egypt's Assistant Foreign Minister for Consular Affairs, Ali el-Asheery, said on Tuesday the Libyan authorities have released Coptic citizens detained in Libya.
Egyptian Catholics inaugurate new leader
The Egyptian Catholic Church held the inauguration ceremonies for new Patriarch Ibrahim Isaac on Tuesday after the resignation of former Patriarch Antonious due to health issues.
Most think CofE could do better on women
New research suggests most people want the Church of England to change its approach to women.Â
Attacks continue on minorities in Burma
Christians around the world who have been praying for Burma have been warned against euphoria over reform, while Christian and Muslim minorities remain under attack by the military.
Concern about connection between video games and violent behaviour in teens
A new Harris Poll has revealed concern among adults about the link between playing violent video games and violent behaviour among teenagers.
Mining church continues to tell its story
A church with close links to the North-East's mining history has used a generous donation to improve access for visitors.
Alex Ferguson gets behind Lent appeal
Footballing giant Sir Alex Ferguson is supporting the Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund's Lent appeal.
Former drug addict inspires Matthew West song
Jordan Jeffers overcame drug addiction with the help of Teen Challenge
Prayers as cardinals gather to elect next pope
The conclave to elect the successor to Benedict XVI gets underway in Rome today.