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Celebrity artist David Ilan to create 'ultimate portrait of Jesus'

A Jewish celebrity artist who admits to not knowing much about Jesus Christ seeks to create the “ultimate portrait” of the man Christians confess as Lord and Saviour.

Further rise in students taking A-level Religious Studies

The number of students taking Religious Studies A-level continues to rise, figures out from the Church of England today reveal.

North Korea executes underground church leaders

North Korea has executed three leaders of the underground church and jailed 20 other Christians, reports a news agency focused on Asia.

Tutu appeals to world to give generously to Pakistan

Archbishop Desmond Tutu and other leaders are calling on the world to give “more quickly and generously” to help millions of people affected by floods in Pakistan.

Films can help church reach the unchurched, says young pastor

A young pastor who has planted a new church in South London says films can help the church reach the people beyond its walls.

Attracting tourists to Christ

Tell-A-Tourist reaches visitors to London with the Gospel.

Catholic adoption charity loses gay exemption bid

The Charity Commission has turned down a Catholic charity’s appeal to place children in need of adoption with heterosexual couples only.

Max Lucado aims to win 25,000 child sponsorships for World Vision

Pastor and best-selling author Max Lucado has committed to donating one-hundred per cent of the royalties for his upcoming book to benefit children and single mothers, according to an announcement from his publisher.

Worship leader tweets Bible chapter by chapter

A church worship leader recently set out on a three-year journey to tweet the entire Bible – one chapter at a time.

Muslims lobbying to worship in Spain's Cordoba Cathedral

While the dispute over the proposed Cordoba House near New York City’s Ground Zero has been highly publicised over the past few months, less known is the debate over Spain’s Cordoba Cathedral, which was formerly the Great Mosque of Cordoba.

Christian group urges EU to support UN inquiry into Burma crimes

Christian Solidarity Worldwide is urging the EU to give its support to a UN investigation into crimes against humanity in Burma.

Church of Scotland minister to take up top Royal Navy chaplaincy post

A minister in the Church of Scotland has been appointed to the most senior chaplaincy post in the Royal Navy.

Songtress Heather Williams to share compelling story with new self-titled EP

After overcoming life trials of abuse, homelessness, poverty and more, Heather Williams’ will bring her strong inspirational story and hearty talent for songwriting in an EP for digital retailers from INO Records.

Mercy Projects cares for specials needs children in Ukraine

Mercy Projects brings practical help and love to children with special needs in Ukraine.

Fears slow donor response putting more people at risk in Pakistan

The aid committed by the international community so far will not last three months, warns Church World Service