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Ancestry website to publish Canterbury Cathedral records online

Canterbury Cathedral Archives has granted permission to a family history website to publish some of its historic records online.

Bettany Hughes: Women ‘held sway’ in early church

Bettany Hughes believes that the early church presents a profound case for the ordination of women.

Seven killed in Christian university shooting

Seven people were killed when a gunman opened fire at a Christian university in California on Monday.

Royal Mint releases £5 coin in memory of Titanic

It has been a hundred years since the Titanic sank and yet the ship and the tragedy that befell it continue to captivate hearts and minds.

Cautious optimism after Aung San Suu Kyi's landslide victory in Burma

The party of pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi has won a landslide victory in a historic by-election in Burma.

Tony Blair competition seeks young filmmakers of faith

The Tony Blair Faith Foundation is looking for young budding filmmakers to enter its annual Faith Shorts film competition.

Churches to offer a big welcome this September

Baptist, Methodist and Elim Pentecostal churches will be extending a big welcome to friends and neighbours this September.

Riots rector awarded for 'outstanding community building'

A London church rector who took to the streets to support locals during last year's riots has been acknowledged for his community building work.

Dalai Lama awarded 2012 Templeton Prize

The Dalai Lama has been awarded this year’s Templeton Prize for his life’s work in encouraging scientific research and harmony among religions.

Retired police officers uncover York’s hidden churches

Two retired police officers have teamed up to run tours of York's lesser known churches.

Church 'must never see older people as problem'

A respected Baptist academic has called upon churches to ensure they are a welcoming home for Britain's ageing population.

UK marks 30th anniversary of Falklands War

The UK and Argentina are marking 30 years since the start of the Falklands War.

Burma heads to polls in historic election

Burma has begun a landmark by-election that is expected to send opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi into parliament for the first time.

Tenth Avenue North share the love in video journal

Tenth Avenue North are loved for their touching and insightful songs about God and faith.

Appeal for support as Christians leave Sudan

Barnabas Fund has launched an emergency appeal as Christians continue to pour into South Sudan.

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