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Tearfund Launches New Slavery and Trafficking Resource
Tearfund has launched a new resource pack this month full of information and practical, innovative ideas that focus on slavery and its modern day equivalent - people trafficking. The launch of the Freedom pack marks 200 years since Christians led a movement to end the transport of slaves into Britain and the resource is ideal for churches, small groups and leaders, featuring a CD with the new song How Long, by Al Gordon and features additional tracks recorded by Tim Hughes among o
Outrage as Human Rights Lawyer Remains in Prison Despite Prosecution Chaos
Human rights lawyer Marie Therese Nlandu remains incarcerated in a Congolese prison, despite a collapse in the prosecution case and her continued need for medical attention, a leading persecution watchdog has told Christian Today.
Clogher Diocese to Welcome Bishop of Madrid
The Bishop of Clogher, the Rt Rev Dr Michael Jackson, will welcome the Bishop of Madrid and Honorary Assistant Bishop in the Diocese of Europe next month as part of ongoing celebrations marking 1500 years since the death of the diocese's patron saint, St Macartan.
Fresh Legal Battle Sparks Euthanasia Debate
The debate over euthanasia and assisted-dying has come to the public eye once again after reports that a 30-year-old terminally ill woman is set to commence a legal battle to force doctors to allow her to die.
Outrage as Human Rights Lawyer Remains in Prison
Human rights lawyer Marie Therese Nlandu remains incarcerated in a Congolese prison, despite a collapse in the prosecution case and her continued need for medical attention...
Clogher Diocese to Welcome Bishop of Madrid
The Bishop of Clogher, the Rt Rev Dr Michael Jackson, will welcome the Bishop of Madrid and Honorary Assistant Bishop in the Diocese of Europe next month as part of ongoing celebrations marking 1500 years since the death of the diocese's patron saint, St Macartan.
Christian Aid Backs Benn in Chinese Loan Criticism
Christian Aid has come out in support of international development secretary Hilary Benn's criticisms of new Chinese loans to Africa.
World Vision Partners with Builders Without Borders
World Vision's Lanka Tsunami Response Team and Builders Without Borders has taught modern construction methods to local contractors in the eastern districts of Batticaloa and Ampara in Sri Lanka.
Burma Delegation Concludes Europe & US Awareness Tour
A delegation of Chin and Kachin activists from Burma has finished a visit to Washington DC last week, where they briefed senior US government officials on the continuing violations of human rights by Burma's military regime.
Anglican Communion Elects New Primate in Hong Kong
The Anglican Communion has announced that the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui has elected the Rt Rev Paul Kwong, Diocesan Bishop of Hong Kong Island, to be their next Archbishop, following the retirement of Archbishop Peter Kwong on 31 December 2006.
Third Day Collects Grammy Number Three
Grammy and Dove Award-winning rock band Third Day received its third career Grammy yesterday for the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) Gold certified Wherever You Are in the Pop Contemporary Gospel Album category.
Thousands to Follow Wilberforce as Modern-Day Slave Abolitionists
Amazing Grace Sunday will kick off 18 February as more than 2,500 churches and tens of thousands of individuals across the globe will commemorate the abolition of slavery in the British Empire.
World Ecumenical Head to Address Largest Christian Gathering in Asia
World Council of Churches (WCC) General Secretary, the Rev Dr Samuel Kobia will be the main speaker at the largest Christian gathering in Asia.
UK Ignorant of Sex Knowledge, Survey Reveals
A recent survey suggests that the public suffers a worrying lack of knowledge and understanding about sex, with confusion and misunderstandings over contraception in particular.
Church of England and German Lutheran Church Create Historic Bonds
Two clergymen are set to become the first ever Lutheran pastors to work for the Church of England this week.