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Church Mission Society Leader Announces Retirement

After serving the call of mission with Church Mission Society (CMS) Ireland for almost 32 years, Canon Cecil Wilson has announced his retirement with effect from 31 August 2007.

Criticism Mounts Against Korean Evangelism Methods

Criticism of ''rash'' evangelism by South Korean missionaries broke out this week after the release of 19 Christian volunteers put an end to a six-week hostage crisis.

Relient K to Release First-Ever Full Length Christmas Album

Relient K will release their first-ever, full-length Christmas album Let It Snow, Baby...Let It Reindeer. The album, scheduled for release by Capitol Music Group/Gotee Records on 23 October, features Relient K's take on 10 holiday classics and six original songs.

US Episcopal Church Deadline Nears

Less than a month remains before U.S. Episcopalians are expected to respond to Anglican leaders worldwide on whether they will remain in step with the Anglican Communion or walk apart.

Christians Help Flood Hit in India as Death Toll Soars

Christians continue to bring vital relief to flood victims in India as the country's Government said that the death toll was nearing 3,000 since June.

19 Freed Christian Hostages Arrive in South Korea

The 19 South Koreans who were freed by their Taliban kidnappers last week returned home Sunday to the tearful embraces of their loved ones.

Caritas Head Visits Peru Quake Victims

The head of Catholic aid agency Caritas Internationalis has visited Peru quake victims in a show of solidarity.

WCC Expresses Joy at Release of Korean Hostages

The head of the World Council of Churches celebrates the release of the 19 remaining South Korean hostages in Afghanistan last week.

Bishop Joe Aldred Hits BBC Radio

Bishop Joe Aldred joins BBC Radio this Saturday with a brand new talk and music show aimed at the African and Caribbean community in Birmingham and the Black Country.

American Idol Star to Tour with Michael W Smith

American Idol finalist Melinda Doolittle will be hitting the road this winter with Michael W Smith and The Katinas for the 'It's A Wonderful Christmas' tour.

CSW Fights Persecution Launching 'Cut the Chains' Campaign

Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) will launch its new 'Cut the Chains' campaign 1 September, aimed at highlighting the injustices faced by prisoners of conscience.

Archbishop's US Trip to Ease Anglican Gay Tensions

The Archbishop of Canterbury is scheduled to travel to the US in September to ease the growing tensions within the Anglican Communion over gay bishops.

European Baptist Seminary Celebrates 59th Anniversary with New Website

The International Baptist Theological Seminary of the European Baptist Federation, based in the European Baptist centre in Prague, Czech Republic, has launched a new web site to celebrate its 59th Academic year.

World Vision Intensifies North Korean Flood Response

World Vision has stepped up its relief response to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's (North Korea) flood devastation, by taking part in two air shipments carrying essential medical items into Pyongyang this week.

Pacific Churches are 'Signs of Hope' - WCC

World Council of Churches (WCC) General Secretary the Rev Dr Samuel Kobia has given a message of encouragement to the 9th assembly of the Pacific Conference of Churches ahead of its gathering.