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Musician chaplain heads to Bloodstock heavy metal festival
Pioneer minister and heavy metal aficionado Mark Broomhead will lead the chaplaincy team at Bloodstock this week.
Pakistan's Christians protest against blasphemy laws and inequality
Three days prior to Pakistan's 63rd Independence Celebrations, the Christians of the country observed "Black Day" on Wednesday to protest alleged discrimination against them.
Religious leaders divided over Ground Zero mosque
A group of religious and interfaith leaders issued a statement Wednesday, denouncing the "xenophobia and religious bigotry" behind arguments against the proposed mosque near the 9/11 site.
Church bells ring to highlight toll of biodiversity
Church bells across the country will ring in tune with the United Nations next month to mark crucial international talks on biodiversity.
Somalian militant group tells World Vision to leave country
An Islamist insurgency group in Somalia has banned three Christian charities over allegations of proselytisation.
Congregational photo comp spotlights faith and community
National church and home insurer Congregational & General focuses on positive impact of faith
Global leaders condemn Sri Lanka's 'disdain' for human rights
A group of eminent global leaders that includes Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Jimmy Carter has hit out at the Sri Lankan government over its poor human rights record.
Council worker loses appeal over dismissal for mentioning God in workplace
A Christian homeless adviser has lost his case against a London Council that dismissed him after he mentioned God in the workplace.
Benny Hinn says neglecting family led to marriage breakdown
Television evangelist Benny Hinn recently admitted that he spent less time with his family which might have caused his downfall in marriage.
Thousands of Poles protest Presidential Palace cross memorial
Predominantly Catholic Poland is divided over whether a cross remembering late president, Lech Kaczynski, and other victims of a plane crash four months ago should remain outside the Presidential Palace.
West Africa blighted by acute food shortages, aid agency warns
People in the Sahel region of West Africa are so hungry they are eating wild leaves, Tearfund has warned.
China could be the next 'city on a hill', says former Communist official
There is a growing openness to religious freedom in China, says a former Communist Party official and convert to Christianity.
Mosque helps fund new URC community centre
A mosque has given £52,000 to help transform a neglected United Reformed Church building into a thriving community centre.
Give the Gift of Peace
Christians are being encouraged to share a little peace with their neighbours, in the form of a new booklet from the Methodist Church.
Livability appoints new Chief Executive
National Christian disability charity Livability has appointed Michael Smith OBE as its new Chief Executive.