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Sound of Wales singing a new song in the land of revival

A new band is helping the people of Wales reconnect with their spiritual heritage. Through live events and workshops, Sound of Wales (SOW) hopes to whet people’s spiritual appetites through the power of music and song.

Tutu supports decriminalisation of homosexuality worldwide

Archbishop Desmond Tutu is calling on countries to rescind laws banning homosexuality, arguing that its decriminalisation will result in a better understanding of the spread of HIV among homosexual men.

George Michael: Gay marriage shouldn't be forced

George Michael has suggested gay marriage should not be introduced if it means that churches are forced to perform the ceremonies on their premises.

Syria's Christians fear being attacked

Christians in Damascus and Aleppo are terrified of being targeted and driven away, according to a senior bishop.

John Sentamu popular choice as next Archbishop of Canterbury

A poll has found that most Christians would like to see John Sentamu become the next Archbishop of Canterbury.

Evangelical Alliance rejects ‘extremist’ claim

Head of the Evangelical Alliance criticises “woeful lack of religious understanding at the heart of Government”.

Chaplains offer support and hope in Aurora

Chaplains are offering hope and comfort to the grieving community of Aurora after last week's deadly shooting in a cinema.

Churches offer counselling after Aurora shooting

Churches in Aurora and across Colorado have been holding prayer services and vigils since James Holmes shot 12 people dead in a cinema last week, but pastors are offering spiritual counsel too.

Norway marks first anniversary of Oslo and Utoeya attacks

Church services are taking place in Norway today to remember the victims of the gun and bomb attacks on Oslo and the island of Utoeya.

Atheist challenges Michael W Smith concert

Contemporary Christian music star Michael W Smith has denounced a recent lawsuit threat from a Utah atheist who wants a concert canceled because of possible church-state concerns.

Churches call for global clampdown on arms

Four global church bodies have issued a statement calling upon government leaders to reach agreement on arms.

Prayers for US cinema shooting victims

Prayer vigils are being held for victims of a shooting rampage at a cinema in Aurora, Colorado.

Brandon Heath to release Blue Mountain

Popular Christian singer Brandon Heath will be releasing Blue Mountain on 9 October.

New Brenton Brown project to release October

Brenton Brown will be releasing his next album, God My Rock, in October.

Archbishop hails success of Young Leaders programme

The Archbishop of York has welcomed the success of his programme to help young people engage more in their communities.

The joy of a good book

Most people like real books over e-readers, a poll of more than 2,000 people has found.