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A new code for Christian men

The Ten Commandments are for every Christian but the UK’s largest Christian men’s movement has just released a brand new code to inspire men follow Jesus in every area of their lives.

CofE General Synod concerned for rights of Christians under Equality laws

Christians are finding it increasingly difficult to express their faith in the workplace, the Church of England’s General Synod was warned yesterday.

Church of England won’t rule out disinvestment from News Corp

The Church of England has written to Rupert Murdoch urging a full investigation into the hacking scandal

New worship songbook from Kingsway

These are vintage days for fresh songs that inspire the church.

Big Society, growth and a friendly welcome are hot topics for Methodists

It was a busy week for the Methodist Church this week as it met in Southport for its annual Conference.

US grants asylum to pastor as Cuban church remains under pressure

The US has granted asylum to a pastor and his family from Cuba as the church there continues to face state interference.

Matt Redman inspires a brighter faith with new book

Matt Redman is encouraging believers to dream of a brighter, bolder life of faith in his new book, 'Mirror Ball'

Church marks South Sudan's independence with call for continued peacebuilding

As the Republic of South Sudan becomes the world’s newest country today, the Episcopal Church of the Sudan is pinning its hopes on a future of peace.

Urgent call for prayer and funds as starvation ravages East Africa

Development agencies are appealing to people to offer financial support and prayers for East Africa where 10 million people are facing starvation.

Christians welcome inquiries into phone hacking allegations

"What we need is a reinvention of the purpose of journalism," says the director of the Church and Media Network director

James Murdoch closes News Of The World amid phone hacking scandal

This Sunday’s edition of the News Of The World is to be the last, James Murdoch announced today.

Rural communities feeling the squeeze of second home ownership

The popularity of owning a second home in the countryside is leading to a breakdown of rural communities, Housing Justice has warned

Redeeming the Katy Perry pop culture

There are very few occasions when a Christian rock/pop band debuts with fire and Royal Tailor has certainly ignited the stage

HOPE seeks greater involvement of black churches in mission

The HOPE movement has appointed a pastor from the Redeemed Christian Church of God to encourage black majority churches to play a greater role in mission.

What's the best way to disagree?

Is it possible to talk about one’s theological convictions in a way that is faithful and also winsome as Christian?

Bishop says Milly Dowler phone hacking allegations are 'tragic'

The Bishop of Manchester has added to the public condemnation of allegations that the News of the World hacked into the voicemail of murdered schoolgirl Milly Dowler