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Resources to make the most of Chariots of Fire

The much-loved British film returns to cinema screens this summer

CofE issues special prayers to accompany Olympic torch relay

Two new prayers have been issued today to accompany the Olympic torch relay on its tour of the nation.

Hundreds to say 'thank you' during Diamond Jubilee year

Hundreds of Christians have pledged to hand write a 'thank you' letter in the year of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.

Christians and temperance

When drinking became a problem in Britain in the 1800s, Christians helped people find a different way to cope with life

Government offers parenting classes

The Government has launched parenting classes offering families advice on everything from getting children to sleep to discipline.

The key to fruitful leadership? Integrity, humility and generosity

The Royal Albert Hall was filled to capacity this week with 4,300 Christian leaders from over 50 countries for the Holy Trinity Brompton (HTB) Leadership Conference.

Anglican and Catholic Churches seek common ground on ethics

The Anglican and Catholic churches agreed to deepen their dialogue on moral decision making after an international meeting held in Hong Kong last week.

Donna Summer dies at 63

Disco icon Donna Summer has died at the age of 63.

Food shortages reaching crisis point in Southern Sudan

The United Nations launched an urgent appeal on Tuesday calling for emergency assistance for the millions of Southern Sudanese who are facing staggering levels of food insecurity.

Egypt's Copts concerned over right to build churches

The man responsible for murdering John Lennon 31 years ago has been transferred to a new prison, officials say.

Government commits £30m extra to cathedral upkeep

The Government has pledged to give £30m extra towards the cost of maintaining the Church of England's 12,500 listed buildings.

Sacred sounds from The Sixteen

Harry Christophers writes in the forward to the programme for The Sixteen’s Choral Pilgrimage that he wishes to take the sacred music of 15th and 16th century Flanders back to the buildings it was written for – cathedrals. And how glad we are that he did.

Papers reveal spat with Coventry Cathedral over tapestry

Bonhams is to auction a cache of Graham Sutherland's papers in which he talks about the process of designing and manufacturing his world famous tapestry, Christ in Glory.

Christian Resources Exhibition sees increase in visitors

This year's Christian Resources Exhibition International saw a slight increase in the number of visitors.

New single from Case Crayenord - 'Saviour's Song'

Kingsway has announced the release of the single from Case Crayenord; the stirring, truth-laden ‘Saviour’s Song’.

Bishop of London joins church's centenary celebrations

The Bishop of London was the special guest at the centenary celebrations of St Benet Fink in Tottenham, London, earlier in the week.