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Christian Seafarers Aid Shipmen Rescue as Gales Sweep Britain
As gale force winds swept across Europe this week, causing chaos across the UK and many other parts of the continent, one British Christian seafaring organisation has given aid to a sinking ship off the coast of Britain.
Pope to Meet Vietnam's Prime Minister in Historic Vatican Visit
The prime minister of Vietnam will meet Pope Benedict XVI on January 25. The meeting will be the first meeting between a top Vietnamese official and a pontiff, an unofficial Vatican source has reported.
Church of England Sees Shortage of Young Clergy
In recent years, nationally the Church of England has found it increasingly difficult to attract people to train to become vicars, the Rt Rev David Gillet says. Now a shortage of young clergy has emerged in Bolton, the town's bishop has warned.
Pope Looks to Strengthen Christian-Jewish Relations
The Pope has called on Christians to pray for better understanding between Christians and Jews in prayers he offered for Christian Unity Week, which started on Thursday.
London Pastor Offers Forgiveness to Daughter's Killer
A London pastor has offered forgiveness to the killer of his 18-year-old daughter, who was murdered in September 2006.
Salvation Army Supports Flood Victims in Malaysia
The Salvation Army has been offering extensive material aid to evacuees in flood-devastated states across Malaysia, but the Christian organisation has also been quick to reveal that words of comfort have often been received just as warmly.
World Vision's Ethiopia Work to Benefit from 'The Big Blow'
World Vision's work in Ethiopia will benefit from 'The Big Blow' this weekend, when brass bands from across the UK will join forces with the goal of setting a world record for the biggest brass band to perform in public.
BA Makes U-Turn on Cross Ban
British Airways has announced it will now allow its staff to wear a "symbol of faith" openly after a massive row erupted over the airline's decision to ban a check-in worker from wearing a cross.
British Airways Backs Down on Cross Ban; Church Leaders Rejoice
British Airways has made a spectacular U-turn today, announcing that its uniform policy will change to allow all religious symbols, including crosses, to be worn openly by its staff.
Episcopal Diocese Wants 'Abandoned' Churches Back
The Episcopal Diocese of Virginia has declared the 11 churches that broke from the denomination as "abandoned," and will thus take any necessary steps to recover the properties.
Ecumenical Coalition to Participate in 7th World Social Forum
Ceremonies in Nairobi's Holy Family Roman Catholic Basilica and All Saints Anglican Cathedral and a procession are part of events being organised by the All Africa Conference of Churches/Caritas Ecumenical Platform to mark the opening of the 7th World Social Forum (WSF).
Evangelical Christian Union Calls for Clarification of 'Reinstatement'
The Evangelical Christian Union at Exeter University has responded to a press release issued 18 January by the Student Guild over the impending legal battle that is set to take place between them.
US Teens to Take Part in 16th Annual 30 Hour Famine
Teens in the US will participate in the 16th annual 30 Hour Famine on the 23-24 February, forsaking food for 30 hours to get a taste of what the world's poorest children and families face everyday.
Mixed Response to Support for Gay Marriage
A pledge of support for blessings for gay people in the Church of England by the Vicar of Bolton, Canon Michael Williams, has stirred up fresh debate on the issue as ministers remain reluctant to bless same-sex couples.
For God's Glory
'Soli Deo Gloria', is a famous quote in Christianity, which has behind it a deep confession ...
Church of England Calls on BBC to Safeguard Religious Programming
The Church of England's senior spokesman on communications has said that the BBC must "safeguard its religious programming", and not allow cuts to force reduced Christian broadcasting.