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Iraqi Christians still face persecution
Nearly six years since the beginning of the war in Iraq, Iraqiâs are increasingly saying that their country is becoming a safe place to live, according to a recent survey. For Christians, however, the daily threat of violent attacks means these are still uncertain times.
Trial investigates 'deep' state conspiracy in Turkish Bible murders
The trial of the killers of three Christians at a Bible publishing house nearly two years ago in Turkey, is investigating the possibility that the murders were a âdeep state conspiracy.
Pope promotes morality not contraception in Africa Aids fight
The Pope has reaffirmed the Vaticanâs ban on the use of contraception in the fight against Aids. Pope Benedict XVI was speaking ahead of his visit to Africa, the continent most blighted by Aids.
Bishop prays for peaceful future on St Patrickâs Day
The Bishop of Down and Dromore is praying for a peaceful future for Ireland on St Patrickâs Day.
Christian Medical Fellowship backs calls for minimum price on alcohol
The head of the Christian Medical Fellowship has endorsed the Chief Medical Officer's call for a minimum price on alcohol.
Breaking the cycle of despair Cornwall
Beyond the idyllic coastal scenes, young people in Cornwall are searching for life's greater purpose - and finding the answer.
London Diocese celebrates schools success
The Diocese of London is due to celebrate the success of its schools following their recent Ofsted inspections.
Pope to raise issue of human rights in Africa
Pope Benedict XVI arrives in Africa today, for his first visit to the country since becoming the head of the Roman Catholic Church four years ago. The Pontiff is to visit Angola and Cameroon and is expected to hold mass with 100,000 Catholics later in the week.
Bishop of Exeter to chair Churchesâ Legislation Advisory Service
The Rt Rev Michael Langrish, Bishop of Exeter, has been appointed to chair the Churchesâ Legislation Advisory Service (CLAS) in succession to the Rt Rev George Cassidy, Bishop of Southwell and Nottingham.
Memorial service celebrates life of late Habitat for Humanity co-founder
A memorial celebration was held over the weekend as a tribute to Millard Fuller, the millionaire entrepreneur who gave it all away to help establish the Christian house-building charity Habitat for Humanity.
Harare bishop confronts riot police in church
The Anglican Bishop of Harare, Sebastian Bakare, was forced to deal with riot police trying to disrupt last Sundayâs service. The service was the first to have a full congregation in recent years, as violence by government forces against Anglicans has forced many away from the church.
US: Pastor tells church to break bondage to bling
As large financial institutions receive hundreds of billions of dollars in bailout funds, some of which have paid for bonuses this year, a megachurch pastor in South Carolina is asking "Where's my bailout?"
Christy Nockels debuts new single on Chris Tomlin tour
One of Christian music's most recognisable and prolific female voices, Christy Nockels is performing her first solo radio single, "Life Light Up", for national audiences on Chris Tomlin's "Hello Love Tour".
Catholics, pro-lifers call on Canadian bishops to halt abortion funding
Catholic international pro-life groups have called on the Canadian Conference of Bishops to cease funding for groups promoting abortion in Latin America.
Nigerian banker sets up radio station to promote 'godliness'
A banking executive in Nigeria has set up a new radio station to renew the moral fibre of the country and promote âgodlinessâ, despite a ban on explicit religious broadcasting.
Lord Carey calls on Brown to apologise for recession
Former Archbishop of Canterbury Lord Carey has called on Prime Minister Gordon Brown to apologise for his role in the current economic crisis to boost his standing among the general public.