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Outrage as US Episcopal Church Nominates Lesbian for Bishop
The Episcopal Church in the US has caused further controversy in the ongoing Anglican debate over homosexuality within the Church, after the Diocese of Chicago announced an openly lesbian priest as one of the candidates for its bishop.
Shane & Shane Release 'Pages'
Inpop Records' popular duo Shane & Shane released their first studio album in nearly three years yesterday in the US. Pages was recorded at Shane & Shane's very own Spaceway Studios in Dallas, Texas.
New Life Church Overwhelmingly Approves Ted Haggard's Successor
Colorado's largest megachurch overwhelmingly approved a suburban Dallas pastor to succeed ousted leader Ted Haggard as senior pastor.
China Missions Conference Unites Korean, Chinese Christians
Around 300 missionaries, leading missiologists, and denominational leaders met to discuss future strategies for Chinese missions during a recent conference held in South Korea.
World Vision, Romanians Combating Human Trafficking
World Vision and community leaders from five communes in Iasi County, north eastern Romania, have joined staff for a two-day meeting in Iasi Area Development Programme (ADP) to discuss the issue of human trafficking
Joy and Apology from Korean Hostage Families
Family members have expressed their joy and relief following news that the 19 South Korean church volunteers held captive by the Taliban in Afghanistan are to be released.
Africa Gives Refuge to Rebel US Anglicans
Plans by African bishops to consecrate American colleagues will not deepen an Anglican rift over gay clergy but instead provide refuge to US believers at odds with their liberal
Canadian Teen Artist on a Mission
Canadian Christian teenage artist Christine Evans is currently on a mission in the US. Her new promotional video "Don't Laugh At Me" has been chosen as a major media promotional tool by US-based Operation Respect in their national campaign to create a compassionate, safe, and respectful learning environment for all children.
Search Continues for Utah Miners Despite Weakening Prospects
Rescuers are continuing their search for the six missing Utah miners despite statements from officials last week on ending the effort after completion of the sixth borehole.
Taliban Agrees to Release 19 Korean Christian Hostages
The Taliban has agreed to release the 19 South Korean hostages held in Afghanistan in return for the withdrawal of South Korean troops from the country before the end of the year, Al Jazeera television has reported.
Scottish Christians Launch Crusade for Disabled Workers
The Christian Peoples Alliance in Scotland is giving its support to a month-long "crusade" starting today in Aberdeen aimed at keeping open 43 factories which employ disabled staff.
100,000 Ethiopians Affected by Floods
More than 100,000 people have been affected by floods in Ethiopia and 17 have died of waterborne disease, the United Nations said on Tuesday.
Cardinal Ends 40 Years with Amnesty International over Abortions
The head of the Roman Catholic Church in Scotland has ended 40 years of membership with Amnesty International following its decision to drop its neutral stance on abortions.
Harvest Crusade: Throw Out Pre-Conceived Notions of Christianity
"I want you to throw out your pre-conceived notions about Christianity for a moment and think about what Jesus said," a national evangelist told thousands seated at the Amphitheater at California State University Stanislaus.
Kids Burn More Fat, and Need More Fat, than Adults
Children burn more body fat day-to-day than adults do, underscoring their need for a little extra fat in their diets...
Guide to Healthy Eating for Diabetics Exposes Myths
A new report from Harvard Health Publications dispels common myths concerning diet and diabetes and explains what people with diabetes should eat to keep their blood sugar levels in check.