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PhotoMission and Operation Mobilisation Spread Gospel in Belgium

Three Americans and one Brit travelled to Gent in Belgium recently with a mission to make Jesus known to the city's residents. There they teamed up Operation Mobilisation as they spread the gospel message.

Bishops Support Christian Unions

Senior bishops, academics and representatives of nationwide Christian institutions have joined together in signing a letter in which they claim that Christian Unions are being denied freedom of expression, belief and association.

British Airways to Alter Uniform Policy Following Cross Debacle

British Airways (BA) is set to review its policy over uniforms, after finding itself at the centre of an ethical debate over its decision to stop one of its workers from wearing a cross.

Christian Organisations Call on Blair to Tackle Worldwide Persecution

A host of leading Christian and religious organisations have signed a joint letter to Prime Minister Tony Blair to tackle issues of persecution on a global scale. The letter marks the 25th Anniversary of the UN Declaration on the Elimination of all Forms of Intolerance and Discrimination Based on Religion and Belief on 25th November 2006, a

Muslim Teaching Assistant Sacked Amid Veil Controversy

The Muslim school assistant who was suspended by a Church of England school for refusing to remove her veil whilst teaching, has been sacked.

The Nativity Story Premieres in the Vatican

New Line Cinema's "The Nativity Story" will debut this Sunday at the Vatican. The new film version of the Christmas story will open in theatres worldwide on December 1.

Clergy Suffer Bat Damages in Church

Clergy are suffering stress because of the damage bats are causing in their churches, an MP claims. Norfolk MP Christopher Fraser told the House of Commons that a campaign has started in his constituency to exempt churches from laws protecting bats.

Christian Aid Welcomes Pope's Re-Think on Condoms

Christian Aid welcomes the Vatican's reconsideration of condoms, as a study commissioned by Pope Benedict XVI could mean a historic change in the anti-condom stance of the Roman Catholic Church.

Ecumenical Christian Delegation Concludes Historic Visit to China

The World Council of Churches' General Secretary, Rev Dr Samuel Kobia, has concluded his tour of China on 22 November 2006. Leading an ecumenical delegation, Kobia publicly affirmed that "it is in the best interests of the government to actually expand the space for the practice of religion".

The Finest Pearl

The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field - like a merchant looking for fine pearls...

Which is the Greatest Commandment?

Jesus replied, "'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.'...

World AIDS Day: Britain Sponsors African Children in Great Ethiopian Run

One hundred and fifty Ethiopian children, many of whom are sponsored by members of the British public, through Christian relief and development charity World Vision, are to take part in the Great Ethiopian Run children's race this weekend, Saturday 25 November.

Church Army Hosts POSADA to 'Make Room for Christ' on Christmas

Church Army is hosting the POSADA movement ahead of Christmas, encouraging the public to make room for Jesus at churches, offices, and supermarkets.

World AIDS Day: Britain Sponsors African Children in Great Ethiopian Run

One hundred and fifty Ethiopian children, many of whom are sponsored by members of the British public through Christian relief and development charity World Vision, are to take part in the Great Ethiopian Run children's race this weekend, Saturday 25 November.

Legislation Not Enough to Address Security Threat, warns Sentamu

The Archbishop of York has made his maiden speech in the House of Lords in which he questioned whether the government relied too much on legislation to solve the current security issue.

Church Army Hosts POSADA to 'Make Room for Christ' at Christmas

Although there may not have been any room at the inn for Mary and Joseph on Christmas, Church Army's POSADA wishes to revive an old Mexican tradition and provide that space for them.