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Catholic priests covered up sexual abuse for decades, says report
A report published today says authorities in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Dublin covered up child sexual abuse for decades.
Boris Johnson hails the role of volunteers in tackling homelessness
Boris Johnson, Mayor of London, encourages Londoners to volunteer to tackle homelessness at a special event in London held by homelessness charities Crisis and Housing Justice.
URC condemns Ugandan anti-homosexuality legislation
The United Reformed Church says it is âappalledâ at the âdraconianâ measures being proposed in Ugandaâs anti-homosexuality Bill.
Care for the world this Advent, says Tutu
Archbishop Desmond Tutu is calling on people to care for the world in a short videocast for Advent.
Essential Worship for the new year
There are good songs. Then there are great songs. And then there are essential songs.
Back to Church Sunday 2009 sees 71 per cent leap in returning churchgoers
Some 82,000 people returned to church across the UK on Back to Church Sunday in September, according to figures from participating churches.
Chris McClarney offers up soulful worship
Get ready for soulful-voiced, modern worship songs of Chris McClarney, the unassuming lead worshiper whose music is travelling to the far reaches of Christian church worldwide.
Tory backbencherâs disappointment at PC Christmas cards
Tory backbencher Philip Davies has criticised his own party for issuing politically correct Christmas cards this year.
29th Chapter get in the Christmas spirit
Tis the season to be jolly as The 29th Chapter gear up for the launch of their new album 'Louder' and the re-release of their rendition of "Gloria".
David Suchet says Christianity is being marginalised in Britain
Christianity is being marginalised in Britain because of a concern for not offending other faiths, says the actor David Suchet.
US charities anticipate large crowds for Thanksgiving meals
Churches and charities throughout the country are preparing for what they expect to be their biggest service of free Thanksgiving meals.
Archbishop calls for Good Samaritans in face of economic gloom
The Archbishop of York has called on people to look after their neighbours in difficulty because of the recession.
Worship with an Irish twist
Irish worship leaders Keith and Kristyn Getty tell us why they're still singing songs of hope.
WCC Lenten resources focus on violence against women
On the International Day for the Eradication of Violence against Women today, the World Council of Churches (WCC) announced a series of Lenten study resources for congregations and individuals who want to do their bit to end violence against women.
New film suggests death of school nativity play is premature, says charity
Those prophesying the end of school nativity plays for political reasons aren't taking into account Debbie Isitt's new five-star rated Christmas family movie, suggests one educational charity.
Toolkit to help churches 'cross the threshold'
The Diocese of Hereford has launched a new toolkit and DVD to show churches how they can be transformed for use by the wider community in the 21st century.