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Historic Plymouth church given minster status
A church in Plymouth is to be given minster status, more than 50 years after it was rebuilt following its destruction in the Second World War.
Most Britons reject creationism and intelligent design, says survey
Theology think-tank Theos has conducted a survey which suggests that 80 per cent of people in the UK disbelieve creationism and intelligent design, which state that God created man in the last 10,000 years. However it also showed that nearly half the population believe that Christianity and evolution do not clash.
Catholic priest numbers increasing worldwide
A statistical yearbook presented to Pope Benedict XVI has shown that the number of Catholic priests in the world has been steadily increasing for nearly a decade.
Catholics warn equality and diversity rules could victimise Christian teachers
The Roman Catholic Church has spoken out against a proposed new code of conduct for school teachers, saying that it could force teachers who refuse to promote Islam and gay rights out of the profession.
West Yorkshire churches to help tackle debt problems in recession
Church leaders in West Yorkshire have come together to help people deal with the problem of debt during the recession and are encouraging churches to become centres of advice and practical support on the issue.
University Challenge star is 'thoughtful and reflective', says chaplain
The chaplain of Corpus Christi College Oxford has told of how the senior common room of the college is âvery proudâ of its victory over Manchester University in the final of the BBC quiz show University Challenge.
Faith comes by hearing in Tanzania
Solar-powered audio Bibles are making the way for illiterate adults in some of Tanzania's poorest communities to know the Word of God.
Premier and MRDF say it's time to change the world
This Lent, Premier Christian Radio and the Methodist Relief and Development Fund (MRDF) are challenging people to take simple actions that will change the world.
Journeys of Hope - the new book from Christians Against Poverty
If ever you need reassurance that God is with you and can bring you through your darkest times, then read âJourneys of Hopeâ, the new book from Christians Against Poverty.
Christians turn to God over state of the nation
âYour Kingdom come, Your will be doneâ was the prayer of hundreds of Christians who gathered at a central London church on Saturday to cry out to God over the moral and spiritual crisis in the UK.
Cardinal could become first Catholic lord since Reformation
Cardinal Cormac Murphy-OâConnor may become the first Roman Catholic bishop to sit in the House of Lords since the time of the Reformation.
Lutherans report global increase in members
Member churches of the Lutheran World Federation reported a worldwide net increase of 161,792 individual members in 2008.
Methodist Church engages young people
The first UK Christian denomination to employ young people in a new youth strategy has pushed the boundaries of youth participation.
New DVD captures powerful Michael W Smith worship experience
This year is looking to be just as incredible for Michael W Smith as 2008 as the veteran worship leader gears up for the release of A New Hallelujah - The Live Worship DVD on March 17.
Jade looking forward to sonsâ christening
Terminally ill Jade Goody is looking forward to the christening of her sons next weekend.
Pakistan Christians nervous about Sharia law enforcement
Christians in Pakistan voiced serious concerns about government allowing Islamic laws to be enforced in certain terrorist prone areas, noting that while not many Christians directly live in the affected areas there are thousands that live nearby.