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Indian missionaries say it is ‘privilege’ to suffer

Missionaries in training with Gospel for Asia have spoken of the “privilege” they felt in suffering for Christ after being attacked on their Bible college campus in Mumbai, India, earlier in the month.

Methodists hope Greenbelt partnership will strengthen ecumenical relations

The Methodist Church and Greenbelt festival have come together in a new three-year partnership that will see the Church increase its profile within the ecumenical community.

London church plans £500,000 revamp to care for community

A north London church is planning a £500,000 renovation of its crypt to improve its outreach to the local community space.

Financial secrecy ruining poor countries and football clubs, says Christian Aid

Manchester United has topped a new Football Secrecy League published by international development agency Christian Aid to highlight the secrecy offered by tax havens, and its potential for harm.

Woman appears in court over MP stabbing

A woman charged with attempting to murder Labour MP Stephen Timms has appeared in court today.

Haiti pastors receive crisis training

While the devastation and heartache of the earthquake in Haiti may have dropped off the radar of the mainstream media, Somebody Cares, a growing voluntary membership network with relationships around the world has been assisting earthquake survivors in Haiti since January.

Christians urge Government not to abolish Ofcom

Christian Broadcasting Council calls for safeguards to freedom of speech

Brutal attacks prompt call for protection of Pakistan’s Christian minority

The former Bishop of Rochester is calling on the Pakistani government to protect its Christian minority after brutal attacks by extremists last year.

Robin Hood: A hero for every age

The legend of Robin Hood has an enduring fascination, and not just for small boys with bows and arrows.

No sustainable economy without ethical values, says theologian

In the aftermath of the global financial meltdown, one theologian says there can be no sustainable economy without ethical values.

Heart for Haiti worship evening to raise funds for hospital

Worship leaders will light up the stage in Edinburgh on June 11 for the Heart For Haiti event to raise vital funds for a project close to Port au Prince.

Japanese mission leaders repent for country's sins against neighbours

A prominent Japanese church leader appealed for forgiveness on behalf of his country in the emotional final day of the Tokyo 2010 Global Missions Consultation on Friday.

The Christians among the Conservatives

Of the 143 new Conservative MPs, twelve are members of the Christian Conservative Fellowship (CCF).

Church launches first Ministry and Calling Sunday

Parishioners across Wales focused on people called to the priesthood at services today.

Irish Anglicans express ‘sorrow’ over consecration of lesbian bishop in US Church

Evangelical Anglicans in Ireland have spoken of their sorrow over the consecration of a second gay bishop by The Episcopal Church in the US.

Bishop tells church leaders to listen to the Holy Spirit

Listening to the Holy Spirit must be brought back to the heart of church leadership, says the Church of England’s Fresh Expressions leader.