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Madeleine's Mother Makes Earnest Plea to Abductor

The mother of missing Madeleine McCann made a plea to her daughter's abductor to return her, saying: "It is not too late to give her back."

Tearfund Challenges People to be Part of a Miracle

Christian relief and development agency Tearfund has launched a campaign encouraging Christians around the world to pray for poor communities.

Brown Releases Powers to Appoint Church & Judicial Posts

The Archbishop of York, the Most Rev Dr John Sentamu, has welcomed the announcement by the Prime Minister regarding changes to the process by which diocesan bishops are appointed.

Developed Countries Urged to Help Africa More

Developed countries need to do more to advance development within poor countries on the African continent, say African church leaders.

Call to Australia's Churches to Reach Indigenous Communities with Sport

Australian churches should set up sports exchanges with indigenous churches to help improve the wellbeing of indigenous communities, says the head of Christian charity Well-Being Australia.

Hong Kong's Cardinal Receives Chinese Catholic Church Criticism

Deputy head of China's official Catholic Church criticises Hong Kong Cardinal for joining in pro-democracy rally.

BibleLands Appoints New Regional Representative for Central England

International Christian charity BibleLands has announced the appointment of a new Regional Representative to cover central England.

Assaulted Indian Pastor: 'I will never quit'

Two months after being brutally assaulted by Hindu fundamentalists in the presence of television crews, Pastor Walter Masih says he is determined to continue his ministry.

Laura Bush Credits Africa's Faith-Driven Programmes in Aids Battle

US first lady Laura Bush praised faith-based groups for their contributions in the fight against Africa's deadliest killers - HIV and Aids and Malaria - as she wrapped up her four-nation tour last week.

Egypt's Supreme Court to Hear Muslim-Christian Convert Case

Egypt's highest court agreed Monday to hear the appeal of Coptic Christians who converted to Islam but now want to legally revert back to Christianity.

BarlowGirl Encourage Fans to 'Speak Out' Faith

Popular Christian rock group BarlowGirl have taken part in the launch of the Speak Out campaign, an initiative aimed at encouraging fans to be bolder in expressing their faith.

Positive Light Shines on Leprosy After Diana Concert

The Leprosy Mission has revealed that last Sunday's Concert for Diana has elevated the profile of leprosy and sparked discussion about the disease at a level unseen since Diana died.

Over 16,000 College Students Called to Spark Spiritual Revolution

Over 16,000 college students from around the world are on the verge of a "spiritual revolution" in Busan, Korea.

Hillsong Conference Urges Justice in Aids Fight

A powerful rendition of 'Amazing Grace', accompanied by a 46-piece orchestra, provided the perfect opening to the 21st annual Hillsong Conference in Sydney, Australia.

Online Church to Help People 'Discover God'

A church in North Yorkshire has launched an 'online church' for people who are looking for answers but don't feel ready to walk into a church building.

Joel Osteen Praying for UK

Joel and Victoria Osteen of Lakewood Church, the largest church in the US, kicked off their UK tour last night at the Odyssey Arena Belfast in Northern Ireland.