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Church group announces day of prayer for Turkey

The Association of Protestant Churches in Turkey is inviting Christians worldwide to join in a day of prayer for the predominantly Muslim country.

Archbishop joins Canterbury pilgrimage

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, took part in a pilgrimage to Canterbury Cathedral with young believers on Monday before leading an interactive service.

Bible translation campaign draws millions in support

The world's largest Bible translation organisation has received over $117 million in gifts, pledges, and other commitments since launching a billion-dollar effort late last year.

From Land’s End to John O’Groats

Youth for Christ's new national director and four other cyclists are training hard for a bike ride from Land's End to John O' Groats to raise money towards youth evangelism.

Call for better understanding between church and society

The Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Wales has called for better understanding between churches and society in an age of recession and terrorist threats.

Swedish church unveils Lego Jesus

A Church in Sweden celebrated Easter in a rather unique way by unveiling a Lego statue of Jesus Christ.

Indian party pledges to protect minorities

An Indian political party has pledged to ban anti-Christian groups and to reserve jobs for minorities if it is elected.

Churches bringing financal help to credit crunched communities

Religious groups are increasingly being used to dispense financial and legal advice as the credit crunch increasingly bites into British communities.

Most Britons believe in Heaven

A poll has shown that over half of British people believe in Heaven and the supernatural.

Archbishop says recession helps dispel materialism

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, said on Sunday that the recession had allowed people to realise there is more to life than possessions and pleasure.

Downhere pick up third Canadian Grammy

Christian rock band Downhere has snagged their third Canadian Grammy for their album Ending Is Beginning.

MercyMe releases career milestone '10'

MercyMe is celebrating 10 years since their smash hit "I Can Only Imagine" with a new album release, "10".

Bishop to run London Marathon for clean water project

The Bishop of Tuam, Killala and Achonry in western Ireland is to raise funds for a clean water project in Ethiopia by running the London Marathon on April 26.

Scottish Cardinal condemns ‘flawed’ approach to social ills

The head of the Roman Catholic Church in Scotland has condemned the Scottish Government for addressing the symptoms of social breakdown while ignoring the causes.

Casting Crowns, Annie Moses Band to join North Korean festival

Contemporary Christian band Casting Crowns will again participate in North Korea's annual Spring Friendship Arts Festival but this time won't be the only American Christian group there performing.

World Vision International appoints new head

World Vision International, the world's largest Christian humanitarian organisation, has announced its new head.