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Bishop Says Family, Society Under Threat from Government Legislation
The Bishop of Rochester has suggested that marriage and family and therefore society as a whole are currently under threat because of recent government legislation.
Charity Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
Mercy Corps, a charity known for its work in disaster zones and some of the world's poorest countries, has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.
Bishop Says Family, Society Under Threat from Government Legislation
The Bishop of Rochester has suggested that marriage and family and therefore society as a whole are currently under threat because of recent government legislation.
Blair sees 'Tremendous Opportunity' for Post-Kyoto Climate Deal
Prime Minister Tony Blair has declared that there is a "tremendous opportunity" for action to be taken to combat climate change. The statement follows a meeting between the British Premier and the German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Tim Hughes Joins Global Day of Prayer Worship Team
Popular worship leader Tim Hughes has recently joined the growing list of musicians that will gather for the Global Day of Prayer worship team.
World Anglican Leaders Gather Ahead of Crunch Tanzania Summit
World leaders of the Anglican Communion have gathered in Tanzania for a crunch summit which commentators believe will most likely centre around the controversial issue of homosexuality in the Church.
Lebanon Bomb Attacks Bring Destruction to Christian Area
There have been large explosions in the mainly Christian area of Lebanon on Tuesday, as bombs packed with metal pellets exploded on the eve of the second anniversary of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri's assassination.
Charity Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
Mercy Corps, a charity known for its work in disasters zones and some of the world's poorest countries, has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.
Christians Look for Faith in Marriage, Poll Reveals
A recent poll has revealed that two out of three members of the dating agency Christian Connection say they would only marry someone who shared their faith.
Churches Called to Support Justice as India Celebrates 60 Years of Independence
The General Secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC), Rev Dr Samuel Kobia has joined celebrations this week of India's 60th anniversary of independence.
Evangelical Christians in Mexico Increasingly Persecuted by 'Traditional Catholics'
Evangelical Christians are increasingly attacked by "traditional Catholics" in a southern Mexican state, according to a persecution watchdog group.
World Vision Joins Ugandan Peace Talks
The Ugandan government and the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) peace delegation have reaffirmed their commitment to pursuing peace in northern Uganda, World Vision reports.
Church Action on Poverty to Sleep Out for Manchester's Homeless
Church Action on Poverty (CAP) is calling on concerned Christians to take part in a vigil and sleep-out this month in solidarity with the growing number of destitute asylum seekers in Manchester.
'US Episcopal Church Alive & Well' Amid Widening Gay Divide
"I am Bonnie Anderson and I am an Episcopalian." Anderson, president of the House of Deputies, spoke to fellow Episcopalians within the split Diocese of San Joaquin. Her introductory statement was met with a standing ovation by hundreds of people who chose to remain in the denomination.
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.