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World’s oldest Bible published in full online

The oldest surviving Bible in the world has for the first time been published in its entirety online.

Walthamstow churches treat unsung heroes

St Mary's Church in Walthamstow Village was filled with volunteers breaking the habit of a lifetime last Friday.

Lichfield Diocese celebrates church growth

Two archdeacons and a bishop have taken to the canals of Staffordshire and the Black Country in celebration of the Diocese of Lichfield's growing churches.

Pitfalls and pleasures in France

There's a lot more to a calling to France than enjoying delicious croissants and fine wines, author Michele Guinness has discovered.

Philippine church blast kills five

At least five people were killed and 30 injured Sunday following an explosion outside a Catholic church in Cotabato City, Philippines.

Christians praise Scotland's ambitious climate change targets

Scottish Catholics have praised new legislation passed by the Scottish Parliament to cut greenhouse emissions, calling it a challenge to the rest of the developed world.

Baptist president calls for greater unity among evangelicals

The President of the Baptist World Alliance has urged evangelicals in the UK to make more of an effort to be united.

Church Army making Jesus famous

Church Army is making strides in spreading the word about Jesus with the re-launch of its mission magazine Share It! and a brand new website for Christians to tell the world what Jesus is doing in their community.

No end to 'misery' in Congo, warns aid agency

The people of Congo face hunger and disease as fighting continues between the government and rebel forces.

Gospel artists say they did not lead Michael Jackson to Christ

Gospel music artists Andrae and Sandra Crouch did not lead Michael Jackson to the Lord, according to a source close to them.

Christians condemn attack on Christian village in Pakistan

Christians in the UK have condemned an attack on a Christian village in Pakistan's Kasur district this week.

Christian Institute concerned over new atheist summer camp

An atheist summer camp for children has been set up in Somerset, England to offer a “godless alternative” to religious camps, has been criticised by a Christian leader.

Care Not Killing welcomes BMA decision on assisted suicide

The Care not Killing Alliance has welcomed the British Medical Association's decision to oppose any decriminalisation of assistance with suicide.

Moderator opens Glasgow counselling centre

The Moderator of the Church of Scotland has opened a new Glasgow counselling centre offering training courses such as gambling addiction therapy and bereavement care.

Church planting brings church leaders together

Church leaders from a broad range of backgrounds are uniting to create Mission21, the UK’s largest church planting gathering.

Sixth-formers raise awareness of child mortality

More than 600 sixth formers celebrated reaching their fifth birthday on Tuesday to highlight the plight of children in the developing world who do not have the same chance.