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'British Values' Emphasised in Schools Following Big Brother Row
In light of the Celebrity Big Brother row over racism, Education Secretary Alan Johnson noted that schools should do more to teach core "British values".
Bible Society Releases BBC's 'Miracles of Jesus' Study Materials
The Miracles of Jesus, one of the BBC's most lavish religious documentary-drama series to date, has now been made available to churches, youth group leaders and home groups together with extensive study and discussion materials.
Teenagers Choose Parents Over David Beckham
The Scout Association has found that British teenagers look up to their parents as better role models than celebrities like David Beckham or Pete Doherty in a survey of more than 1,000 13 to 18-year-olds. A large number those questioned had 'highly positive attitudes' towards their family with parents and siblings ranked the most positive influences.
First UK Tour for Irish Singing Legend in Six Years
Irish singing sensation and gospel singer Moya Brennan recently announced her first UK tour in six years. This follows the release of her album Signature, which is described as her most personal, revealing and engaging album to date.
China Welcomes Calls for Reconciliation from Roman Catholic Church
China has warmly welcomed the Vatican's new proposals to reconcile differences between the two, declaring the development as "a step forward".
Christian Aid to Host Climate Change March
Volunteers are being recruited for Christian Aid's upcoming climate change march in the UK. The charity is searching churches and communities throughout the nation to look for people who will 'put their best foot forward' for the first ever mass march for climate justice this summer.
European Churches Push for EU "God Clause"
European church leaders have revived efforts to include a "God clause" in the EU constitution after Germany sought to reignite the current drafting process. Leaders from Catholic and Protestant churches, particularly in Germany, are appealing to German Chancellor Angela Merkel to use Berlin's six-month EU presidency to speak in favour of a reference to God in the EU constitution, reports Reuters.
Spare Bibles Headed for India
The average US Christian owns nine Bibles. Now one charity is calling for Christians across the US to clear their bookshelves so that their excess Bibles can be sent to Bible-less developing countries.
Church of England Offers Mobile Lent Service
The Church of England has given the season of Lent a technological twist this year with a multi-media campaign backed by the Archbishops of Canterbury and York, Dr Rowan Williams and Dr John Sentamu.
Sacked Muslim 'Veil Teacher' Appeals Against Dismissal
The Muslim classroom assistant who was sacked by a Church of England school last year for refusing to remove her veil while teaching children, has announced that she will appeal against the dismissal.
Christian Aid, African Union Report Tax Avoidance
The African Union reports that more than $150bn (£75bn) a year is looted from Africa through tax avoidance by giant corporations and capital flight using 'a pinstripe infrastructure' of western banks, lawyers and accountants.
World Reformed Churches Must Have Global Vision
"Local churches need to take on a global vision", says Setri Nyomi, General Secretary of the World Alliance of Reformed Churches (WARC), in a series of addresses to pastors of his home church.
Bishop Rejoices at £1.5 Million Anonymous Donation for West Midlands School
A Hereford city school will receive £1.5 million following an anonymous donation to the Church of England locally. The Bishop of Hereford says he is amazed and delighted.
A New Christendom from the 'Two Thirds World' is Arising
"A new Christendom, originating from the Two Thirds World, is rising to take the place of the old" George Bullard, church consultant and former executive director of the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina has declared.
Hudson Taylor Play Tours the UK
James Hudson Taylor, the founder of mission group OMF, will be featured in a one-man play that will tour churches in the UK. Hudson Taylor is produced by the EverAfter Theatre Company in association with OMF.
Christian Surfers UK to Partner with Switchfoot
Tickets are selling rapidly for a concert by American rock band Switchfoot, which will be promoted by Christian Surfers UK in conjunction with 'Ignite', 'Event 53' and 'In2surf' Shop.