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£500,000 grant to save churchâs Seven Deadly Sins
A medieval church in Llancarfan, Wales, has been awarded a grant of half a million pounds to preserve a unique series of wall paintings.
Churches must be better informed about poverty - CUF
Attitudes towards poverty are âhardeningâ among churchgoers, Church Urban Fund has said.
Christian Bale blocked from visiting Chinese campaigner
The Chinese authorities got in the way of Christian Baleâs attempt to visit a Chinese activist this week
Francis Chan's looking again at prayer
Many Christians today are praying the wrong way, all too often focused on themselves than on the mission of God, influential preacher and bestselling author Francis Chan lamented.
Prominent atheist Christopher Hitchens dies
He never shied away from telling believers exactly what he thought about God, faith and why the world would be better off without both of them.
Banksy artwork takes a swipe at church abuse
A new sculpture of a âvandalisedâ priest has been unveiled by the street artist Banksy.
Charity says troubled families need more than âcrisis interventionsâ
The Government must commit more resources if it is to see a substantial change in the lives of Britainâs struggling families, says Family Action.
Courageous: coming to a church near you
It touched hearts across America. Now the makers of hit faith-based movie Fireproof are taking their latest film to the UK.
Donât let the festive chores steal your Christmas!
Tis the season most commonly associated with family time but some of us may end up spending more time wrestling the turkey into the oven than sitting down with loved ones.
Judge grants judicial review into ban on Christian discrimination advert
Premier Christian Radio has been granted a judicial review into a radio advertising body's decision to ban an advertisement asking for the experiences of Christians discriminated against in the workplace
Christians among the fatalities in Syria unrest
Around 50 Christians have been killed in the violent uprising in Syria so far, says Barnabas Fund.
New laws to tackle sectarian crimes at football matches in Scotland
Controversial laws designed to stamp out sectarian hate crimes at football matches have been passed by the Scottish Parliament.
Young leaders meet David Miliband
Politics matters because it can change things, David Miliband has told two students taking the Archbishop of York Young Leaders Award.
Vigil for victims of attack on Christmas shoppers in Belgium
A minuteâs silence and vigil were held at midday today following an attack on Christmas shoppers in the Belgian city of Liege.
Human rights groups press EU to support minority rights in South Asia
A manifesto has been presented to the European Union asking that it take action to prevent human rights abuses against minorities in South Asia.
Clinton calls for release of Iranian pastor facing execution
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has called on Iran to release a Christian pastor facing death due to his faith in Jesus.