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Archbishops Launch Online Reflection on Modern Day Slavery
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, and the Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu have published an innovative online reflection on the nature of the slave trade in readiness for the Church of England's Walk of Witness to take place in London on Saturday March 24.
Christians Called to Join Prayer Vigil Against Gay Rights Law
Christians across the south east of England have been urged to attend a prayer vigil against the Sexual Orientation Regulations outside the House of Lords next Wednesday evening, 21 March 2007.
Concern for Missing Christians in Sri Lanka
There is growing international concern for a Sri Lankan pastor, his two sons and another man who have been reported missing in Negombo, north of the capital Colombo, Sri Lanka since 2 March 2007.
Christian Theological School Attacked by Muslim Militants in Indonesia
A Christian theological school has been attacked by a group of Muslim militants in east Jakarta. The school was attacked by over 200 militants who besieged the school for three hours, shouting threats and demanding the closure of the school.
'Three Little Pigs' Returns to Church of England School
Organisers of a junior school production of the popular children's story the 'Three Little Pigs' were given the go-ahead for the three little pigs to appear, after they were replaced with three little puppies over fears they might offend Muslims.
New Church of Ireland Primate Preaches Reconciliation at Enthronement
The new Church of Ireland Primate was enthroned in Armagh on Friday with a call to members of the Church to follow the example of Christ in forgiveness and reconciliation.
Christian Aid Aims to Expand Overseas with New Software
Christian Aid plans to use compression software to expand its presence overseas. Staff working abroad will now be able to access the same data as colleagues based at the charity's London head office.
Church Army's Research Publication Advises 'Keep Church Simple'
Western society is becoming increasingly stressful and busy, and although people own more than in previous generations, there is never enough time - this is the view taken in the latest edition of the 'Encounters on the Edge' series of booklets from Church Army.
Faith Schools Better when Competitive, Research Suggests
Research suggests that faith schools that operate their own admissions get better results when they have competition. Using a sample of 200,000 pupils in England, an institute at the London School of Economics (LSE) has published a study of school choice, the BBC reports.
Church Army's Research Publication Advises 'Keep Church Simple'
Western society is becoming increasingly stressful and busy, and although people own more than in previous generations, there is never enough time - this is the view taken in the latest edition of the 'Encounters on the Edge' series of booklets from Church Army.
Outrage at Gay Book Scheme for Four to 11-Year-Olds
Books that introduce homosexuality to children aged as young as four are to be launched in a selection of UK schools, under a pilot scheme that has sparked outrage from a number of religious groups.
Christian Organisations in Search for Greenest Church
Leading Christian organisations, including Operation Noah/Christian Ecology Link, Tearfund and Christian Aid, are on the look out for the UK's greenest churches.
Salvation Army 'Deeply Concerned' by Gambling Advertising Regulations
The Salvation Army has said it is "deeply concerned" by the possible effects of new gambling advertising regulations on society. The controversial regulations will allow the first TV and radio commercials for gambling facilities to be broadcast by September.
Head of WCC Attacks 'Disastrous' War on Iraq
The head of the World Council of Churches (WCC), the Rev Dr Samuel Kobia, has warned of "further carnage and destruction" in Iraq in a statement to mark the fourth anniversary of the country's invasion by a US-UK-led coalition on 19 March 2003.
London's Christians Called to Fight Against Climate Change
London's Christians were called to fight against climate change as church leaders launched a guide to 'greening' churches and congregations this week.
Christian Aid Condemns Brutal Assaults in Zimbabwe
Christian Aid has condemned the recent brutal assaults acted out on opposition and civic leaders in Zimbabwe, as their partners in the African country were arrested at a prayer rally Sunday, and have been released only recently after being tortured.