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Vatican feels 'profound concern' for Gaza Christians
Vatican officials have expressed their âprofound concernâ for the plight of Christians in the Middle East, following the recent conflict in the Gaza Strip between Israel and Hamas.
Life with Lucas: Book 2
Jeff Lucas has released a second year-long compilation of daily Bible readings following the success of its predecessor that became a familiar companion of many on their Christian journey.
Future monarch may be allowed to marry Catholic
Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Buckingham Palace have been engaged in discussions over abolishing the Act of Settlement and ending the ban on a monarch marrying a Catholic.
The church and caste-based discrimination in India
Dalits may be the 'untouchables' according to India's ancient caste system, but the church wants to let them know that in the eyes of God, they are touchable.
Belfast's Bluetree selling big in the States
The Belfast-based worship band Bluetree is making a big impression in the States with God Of This City.
Church body disappointed with World Water Forum declaration
Governments, civil society organisations and Christian agencies have expressed their disappointment that the ministerial declaration adopted at the World Water Forum in Istanbul does not include a reconfirmation of water as a human right.
Baptist Men's Movement appoints youngest ever president
Phil Creighton, former deputy editor of The Baptist Times, has been appointed to be the youngest ever president of the Baptist Menâs Movement.
World Vision tells G20 not to sideline poor countries
Christian relief and development charity World Vision is telling G20 leaders not to sideline the worldâs poorest countries when they meet in London for talks on the global financial crisis next week.
Archbishop warns of ecological 'doomsday'
The Archbishop of Canterbury has warned that the world faces an ecological âdoomsdayâ if the issues of climate change and the environment are ignored. Dr Rowan Williams said that wealthy countries had a responsibility to deal with environmental issues for the sake of the poorest in the world and for future generations.
Aberdeen bishop celebrates half century as priest
The Roman Catholic Bishop of Aberdeen celebrated 50 years as a priest with a Solemn Evening Mass in the cityâs St Maryâs Cathedral on Wednesday.
Vietnam police intimidating parish women and children
Police in Vietnam have reportedly been intimidating women and children in the parish of Lap Thach.
Christians encourage education of Indian Dalits
A Christian ministry is working to help educate the children of Dalit communities in India and spreading the Gospel to more of the âuntouchablesâ of Indian society in the process.
Archbishop warns of ecological 'doomsday'
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, has said that God will not guarantee âa happy ending in this worldâ unless people have a âchange of heartâ when it comes to solving the problems of the environment.
UN resolution could restrict religious freedom, says CSW
Religious freedom and human rights groups are protesting a U.N. resolution on defamation of religions that could be used to justify anti-blasphemy laws and restrict freedom of expression, belief, and press.
People with learning disabilities tell ministers: 'We are people too'
A leading Christian charity which works with over 2,500 people with learning disabilities across the UK has backed a report published on Monday claiming the NHS and social services in England are failing to meet the health needs of people with learning disabilities.
Church opens book of remembrance for Jade Goody
The church where Jade Goody's funeral is to be held has opened a book of remembrance for the late reality TV star.