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Brisbane cathedral completed after more than 100 years
After more than 100 years in the making, St John's Anglican Cathedral in Brisbane, Australia has finally been completed.
Christian right vows to stay strong under Obama
For Christian right leaders, Senator Barack Obama's victory last week was a huge setback that left some in the midst of a grieving process. While things may not be going well for the movement, some of its leaders vowed to not only survive under an Obama administration but to thrive.
Celebrations mark 525th anniversary of Luther's baptism
Lutheran congregations worldwide are joining in celebrations today for the 525th anniversary of the baptism of protestant reformation founder Martin Luther.
Faithbook poll finds more people praying in economic downturn
A poll by Faithbook on Facebook has found that more people are turning to God in prayer to help them through the global financial crisis.
Europe's Protestant churches say social exclusion is greatest challenge
Protestant churches from across Europe have identified social exclusion as their greatest challenge in a new survey.
People tired of war, say African church leaders
A delegation of church leaders has set out to meet the presidents of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo with a strong message of peace.
Lenny LeBlanc releases first Christmas album
Christian worship artist Lenny LeBlanc has released his first-ever Christmas album after more than 30 years of writing and recording music.
Life as it could be
The new book from Phil Brookes and Jon Rashbrook wants to help Christians do away with self-reliance.
Film on North Korean refugees shortlisted for prestigious award
Two South Korean journalists are in the UK this week to attend the awards ceremony of the Rory Peck Trust following their nomination for outstanding freelance journalism.
Churches push forward with ecumenical vision
Representatives from across the denominational spectrum gathered in Delhi for the last four days to hash out a plan for the Global Christian Forum over the next three years.
Methodists support calls for responsible pricing of alcohol
The Methodist Church has come out in support of calls from MPs on Monday for the introduction of minimum prices on alcoholic drinks.
Orissa extremists are enjoying 'impunity' in India, says head of AICC
The national secretary of the All India Christian Council has condemned the Indian Government's lack of action to halt violence against Christians in Orissa state at Christian Solidarity Worldwide's annual conference on Saturday.
Vatican official warns against overload of Christian-Muslim dialogues
With so many new interfaith dialogues between different sets of Christian and Muslim leaders, there is a possibility for overlap and confusion, according to the Vatican's top official for interfaith efforts.
Church of Ireland's adoption agency seeks new families
The Church of Ireland's adoption agency is appealing to more people to provide loving homes for children who lack permanent homes.
WCC head urges transformation of society in Nicaragua
To achieve reconciliation takes nothing less than the transformation of society, the World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev Dr Samuel Kobia said in Managua, during a 2-5 November visit to Nicaragua.
Faith will play big role in Obama's presidency, author predicts
Political author and biographer Stephen Mansfield says he believes the US President-elect's policies will be underpinned by his Christian faith.