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Mayor of Hiroshima backs UK churchesâ campaign against nuclear weapons
The Mayor of Hiroshima has praised a campaign by churches in the UK calling for greater commitment to a nuclear-free world from governments.
Mercy Me continues to love well
Band honours those living out the message of the generous Mr Lovewell
Churches tell Christians to vote on issues that matter to them
The leaders of the Baptist, Methodist and United Reformed Churches are calling on Christians to use their vote âresponsiblyâ on May 6.
A word to pastors: pain ain't going away
Church leaders deal with pain everyday. And, in the words of Southern California pastor Miles McPherson, "it ain't going away."
Noah's Ark discovery like others for now, experts say
Despite the notable lack of significant evidence, the media and the blogosphere are abuzz over the cries of a team of Chinese and Turkish explorers who claim that the wooden structure they found on Mount Ararat in Eastern Turkey is none other than Noah's Ark.
Christian relationship counsellor loses appeal bid
A Christian relationship counsellor has lost his bid to bring his dismissal before the Court of Appeal.
Teen fundraiser makes a stand against human trafficking
Teenager Joseph Moore is involved in an unusual venture compared to most of his friends. Aged thirteen, he is making a difference to the lives of human trafficking victims as a fundraiser.
Church of Scotland begins first ever strategic plan for buildings
The Church of Scotland is to begin work on its first-ever strategic plan for ecclesiastical buildings.
Baptist Assembly focuses on new understanding of mission
In a Britain that is no longer Christian, how should the church reach out to those who have said âno thanksâ already? That is the question Baptists will tackle at their annual Assembly this weekend.
Sudan churches' leader urges acceptance of poll result
The general secretary of the Sudan Council of Churches has urged citizens in Africa's biggest country to accept the outcome of an election that gave victory to President Omar al-Bashir, who has been charged with crimes against humanity by the International Criminal Court.
Pakistanâs religious minorities gain representation in senate
Religious minorities have won a small victory after the national assembly passed a historic motion earlier in the month securing their representation in the Pakistani senate.
Journalists become the latest victims in Nigerian Plateau State violence
Two journalists working for a Church of Christ in Nigeria (COCIN) publication have become the latest casualties of the violence that has afflicted Plateau State since January.
Dropped Tory candidate defends homosexuality comments
A Conservative candidate suspended on Tuesday for saying homosexuality was ânot normalâ has spoken in defence of his comments.
Clinton urged to protect 'fragile' Christian minority in Iraq
Church leaders from various denominations have urged Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to work with Iraqi authorities in protecting the persecuted Christian minority.
Church of Scotland announces major restructuring plans
The Church of Scotland today announced major plans on how it aims to grapple with the changing face of ministry in Scotland.
New VeggieTales adventure for girls teaches true beauty
The first ever VeggieTales adventure specifically for girls teaches that God loves them just as they are.