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Archbishop Robin Eames Honoured with Highest Anglican Award
The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd Dr Rowan Williams has paid tribute to the outstanding ministry of the Most Revd Dr Robin Eames, Archbishop of Armagh at the thanksgiving service to mark the twenty-year Primacy in St Patrick's Cathedral Armagh.
Anglican Archbishop Calls for Entire Church Involvement to Solve Core Issues
The Anglican Archbishop of Cape Town has called for a global Anglican gathering that is "much more representative than the Lambeth Conference" to explore the current challenges facing the Anglican Communion.
Controversy Continues Over Legalisation of Gay Marriage in South Africa
South Africa remains in the throngs of heated debate after its National Assembly voted earlier in the week in favour of a bill to legalise gay marriage. South Africa became the fifth country in the world
North Korean Refugees Risk Torture, Death to Return to Share Christ's Gospel
As crisis talks continue over North Korea's nuclear capability, refugees have given rare interviews about their perilous journey to escape the nation that heads the list of the worst persecutors of Christians in the world...
'The Nativity Story' Named Best Jesus Movie Since 1890s
New Line Cinema's The Nativity Story has been called the best movie about the birth of Jesus since nativity movies were first produced in the 1890s.
World Evangelical Alliance Welcomes Micah Network as New Global Partner
The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) has warmly welcomed the Micah network as its newest Global Partner. The relationship between the two organisations was started two years ago with the joint launch of the Micah Challenge, an initiative to rally for the fulfilment of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
Girls' Choirs Break into UK Church Scene
Following the Church of England's decision to open its doors to women priests, women are gradually making stronger appearances in the Church.
Church of England General Synod Holds Virtual Question Time
The Church of England's General Synod has held its first ever virtual question time. Twenty-five questions were asked by members, submitted via e-mail.
WCC Head Testifies China's Contribution to Ecumenism as Tour Commences
The contribution of Chinese Christians to the worldwide ecumenical movement was highlighted yesterday in Shanghai, as the General Secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC), Rev Dr Samuel Kobia, commenced a weeklong visit to China.
New Resource Released to Boost Church Congregations
A practical booklet exploring eight key themes to help local churches boost their congregations arrives in Christian bookshops this week. The Ven Bob Jackson, Archdeacon of Walsall, has packed Going for Growth with tips for busy church leaders and members who want to 'get stuck in' to plans to grow their church, by offering ideas for action.
Militant Admits Beheading Three Christian Girls
One of the three Islamic militant suspects has admitted that he took part in the beheadings of three Christian girls in Central Jakarta District Court, 15 November 2006.
Baptists Facilitate Healing in Aftermath of Lebanon War
The recent 34-day war in Lebanon and Israel has left thousands of Lebanese traumatised - men, women and children, the Baptist World Alliance has stated.
Christian Aid Welcomes Climate Bill, Emphasises Lives at Risk
Christian Aid has welcomed the inclusion of the Climate Change Bill in the Queen's Speech, emphasising that the main rationale should be that the halt of global warming will save millions of lives in developing countries.
Internet Summit Draws Dotcom Entrepreneurs
Although conditions haven't returned to the feverish levels of the dot-com boom, the Internet's business atmosphere is clearly heating up...
New Strategies to Fight Melanoma Tested
The body's own immune system can fight the deadly cancer melanoma if scientists can flip the system's "off" switch to "on," two preliminary studies suggest...
Church of Scotland Moderator 'Encouraged' by Young People
The Church of Scotland Moderator has praised the involvement of young people in the life of the church during a ten-day tour of the Lothian Presbytery. The Moderator's tour included a visit to Rosslyn