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Pakistan's minorities suffering because of blasphemy misuse - WCC
The World Council of Churches (WCC) has concluded a public hearing on mob lynchings, the persecution of Christians and the harsh blasphemy laws in Pakistan that are used to target non-Muslims.
Spike in demand for church repair grants
The National Churches Trust is reporting a huge increase in the number of places of worship seeking financial assistance for repairs and modernisation.
Congoâs displaced living in âpitifulâ conditions
Thousands of displaced people in the Democratic Republic of Congo are being forced to live in inhumane conditions, a bishop has warned.
Historic church bell returns to Chile
A church bell rescued from a devastating fire in Chile nearly 150 years ago will be returned in a service to be attended by the Earl of Wessex.
UK Christian film festival heads to Manchester
The first UK National Christian Film Festival will make its next stop at the Christian Resources Exhibition North in Manchester.
Prayers to be said for fallen police
Christians are being asked to join in prayer on Sunday for PCs Fiona Bone and Nicola Hughes, who were killed while on duty this week.
Bishop issues prayer after police deaths
The Bishop of Manchester has issued a prayer after the murders of PCs Fiona Bone and Nicola Hughes this week.
Dawkins lays into Brandon Flowers over Mormon faith
Musician Brandon Flowers of the rock band "The Killers" had an unexpected and tense conversation about his Mormon faith with famed atheist Richard Dawkins on the Swedish talk show "Skavlan" in early September.
Scholars play down Jesus wife text
The so-called "Gospel of Jesus's Wife" isn't sending shockwaves through the Christian world as some publications have reported. In fact, many are dismissing the ancient fragment as either insignificant or forged.
Esterlyn releases new album, Woven
Worship band Esterlyn have just released their new album via VSR Music Group/EMI CMG Distribution.
Godbaby coming this Christmas
"He cries. He wees. He saves the world." It's with this honest humour that ChurchAds will be reminding Britain of the real meaning of Christmas this year.
Interest in church weddings on the increase
More couples are considering marrying in church, according to the Church of England.
Call for investigation after pastor shot dead in Colombia
A Christian human rights agency is calling for a full investigation into the murder of protestant Pastor Henry Rodriguez, 44, who was shot dead as he left his church in Bogota, Colombia.
Girls need to know they are not objects
Media expert and Catholic talk show host Teresa Tomeo has published a timely new book challenging the over-sexualisation of girls in today's society.
Pope: Christians and Muslims must stand against violence and war
Pope Benedict XVI has called for dialogue and collaboration between Christians and Muslims.
Youth 'blackout' for persecuted church
Young people across the UK and Ireland will be standing in solidarity with the persecuted church this November.