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World Council of Churches Renews Push for Peace in Israel & Palestine
The World Council of Churches (WCC) is to launch an international, inter-church advocacy initiative for peace in Israel and Palestine - the Palestine Israel Ecumenical Forum - at a conference June 17-21, 2007, in Jordan.
Mothers' Union Gifts Change Lives of Mothers in Developing World
The Mothering Sunday ethical giving campaign launched by the Mothers' Union (MU) is changing the lives of mothers across the developing world and in the UK by raising more than £90,000 to date.
Serving One Another
You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature; rather, serve one another in love...
Christian Lawyers Reject 'Intolerant' Sexual Orientation Regulations
The Lawyers' Christian Fellowship (LCF) has criticised the final draft of the new Sexual Orientation Regulations unveiled yesterday by Communities Secretary Ruth Kelly.
Acas Launches New E-Learning Course on Religion and Belief
Acas, the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service, or independent industrial disputes arbitrator, has launched a new free online course to help employers avoid discrimination in the workplace on the grounds of religion or belief.
Church Focuses on HIV Discrimination on International Women's Day
The King's House Family Church in Edmonton will tackle HIV-related stigma and discrimination as it takes the lead today in the celebration of International Women's Day.
Christian Agencies Condemn Zimbabwe Ruling on Human Rights Work
British aid agencies have spoken out on a crackdown by the Zimbabwean government on church groups carrying out human rights work.
Ruach Ministries' Bishop John Francis to Launch Gospel CD
Welcome in this Place, an album recorded by Bishop John Francis (Ruach Ministries) and the Ruach Choir, is to be launched on Friday 9 March via Integrity-Provident Distribution.
Church Focuses on HIV Discrimination on International Women's Day
The King's House Family Church in Edmonton will tackle HIV-related stigma and discrimination as it takes the lead today in the celebration of International Women's Day.
Hillsong United to Embark on North American Tour
Australia's top modern worship team, Hillsong United, will embark on a US and Canada tour in April, bringing its explosive and passionate brand of modern worship to North America.
London Set to Hold Day of Prayer for Burma
The 2007 Day of Prayer for Burma will be held at St Michael's Church, Chester Square, London on Saturday 10 March. The event will form part of a global prayer initiative for Burma.
Evangelical Alliance Reassures Churches Over New Charity Rules
The Evangelical Alliance UK has reassurance to churches and religious charities in the UK, saying that they have nothing to fear following the publication of new Charity Commission guidance relating to the requirement for every charity to show it is for public benefit.
Operation Mobilisation Takes Life and Hope of Jesus to Local Communities
Operation Mobilisation Luke, the community-level mission of Operation Mobilisation, has reinvigorated its commitment to take the good news of Jesus Christ to local communities with a new name and new focus this spring.
Archbishops in Talks Over Church and Human Rights Abuses in Zimbabwe
The Archbishop of Canterbury and the Archbishop of Central Africa have meet the Bishop of Harare over the implications of deteriorating economic and social conditions in Zimbabwe on the church. The church leaders warned that the Anglican Church in Zimbabwe must develop an 'independent voice' on human rights.
Acas Launches New E-Learning Course on Religion and Belief
Acas, the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service, or independent industrial disputes arbitrator, has launched a new free online course to help employers avoid discrimination in the workplace on the grounds of religion or belief.
£4.3 Million Funds to Support Faith Organisations with Community Cohesion Work
Communities Minister Phil Woolas announced Wednesday that grants totalling more than £4.3 million will be offered to more than 300 faith organisations to promote a common sense of citizenship.