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Methodist President Lifts Up Christmas Message
The President of The Methodist Conference Rev Graham Carter recently noted in his Christmas message that efforts to replace Christmas with non-religious holiday events are either seeking "to enforce a kind of sameness or are afraid of religion".
Christian Children's Fund Continues Reconstruction for Asia Tsunami
The Christian Children's Fund (CCF) has completed the second phase of a three-year programme of recovery and reconstruction at the second year anniversary of the Asia Tsunami.
New Book Urges Churches to Keep New Year's Resolutions
A new book, out in early January, How To Be Heard In A Noisy World by Phil Creighton, aims to offer advice that churches will find invaluable as they seek to share the Good News with local people.
Methodist President Lifts Up Christmas Message
The President of The Methodist Conference Rev Graham Carter recently noted in his Christmas message that efforts to replace Christmas with non-religious holiday events are either seeking "to enforce a kind of sameness or are afraid of religion".
American Anglican Council Welcomes Virginia Split
The American Anglican Council (AAC) has welcomed the decision last weekend by nine churches in the Diocese of Virginia to disaffiliate from the US Episcopal Church.
Mega US Christian Music Festival Announces Line-Up
One of the largest outdoor Christian music festivals in the world, Kingdom Bound Christian music festival, announced the line-up for next summer yesterday.
Korean Christians Divided Over Controversial Law
Tensions grew Wednesday when Christian groups in Korea protested against the government as they called for a revision to the private school law enacted in July, which they claim has reduced their mission schools' autonomy.
Rick Warren to Share Meaning of Christmas with 800,000 US Troops Worldwide
Pastor Rick Warren of "Purpose Driven" fame is to broadcast his Christmas message with 800,000 US troops stationed across 177 countries with the help of the Armed Services Television Network.
Children Forget Reason for the Season
A recent survey reveals that less than half of children aged seven to 11 think Christmas is about the birth of Jesus. Some 44 per cent thought it was about Jesus, while 29 per cent said it was about thinking of other people, and 24 per cent said it was about giving rather than receiving gifts.
Archbishop of Canterbury Hopes for Peace in 2007
The Archbishop of Canterbury hopes that 2007 will bring some major changes in Trident policy, the crisis in the Holy Land and attitudes to faith in the public sphere.
Bishop of Liverpool Calls on Government to Ratify Human Trafficking Convention
As 2007 and the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade in Britain approaches, the Bishop of Liverpool has called on the government to ratify the 2005 Council of Europe Convention on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings.
Unique Bible Podcast Receives 2.5 Million Downloads
A unique bible podcast has received over 2.5 million downloads since its launch in January 2006. Since June, Daily Audio Bible has consistently been in the iTunes' Top 15 Religious Podcasts, spending the majority of it's time in the Top 10 and going as high as #2.
Stop the Traffik to Tour in 2007
Stop the Traffik, a global coalition of organisations working together to stop human trafficking, has planned a UK-wide tour for early 2007 to raise awareness of the plight of women and children who are victims of human trafficking.
Rare Welsh Christmas Carol Discovered in London Library
A rare recording of a Welsh Christmas carol has been discovered recently at the British Library in London. The "carol plygain" was found by Wyn Thomas of the University of Wales, Bangor, when he was invited to view a mystery collection in the library's cellars.
Church of Bangladesh Raises Thousands for Anti-Trafficking work
The Church of Bangladesh has raised thousands of pounds to boost its anti-trafficking work as the problem remains widespread in the country. Through the sacrifice of the Church's members, who number only
Matt Redman Lauded by American Critics
As British worshipper/songwriter Matt Redman prepares to release Beautiful News in the US on 26 December, American critics are already lauding the new release.